The French Revolution - Volume 3 By: Hippolyte Taine (1828-1893)
Hippolyte Taine's Volume 3 of The French Revolution offers a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the turbulent period in French history. Taine meticulously analyzes the political, social, and cultural factors that contributed to the outbreak of the Revolution, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the complex forces at play during that time. His sharp insights and keen observations bring to life the key figures and events of the Revolution, shedding light on the motivations and consequences of this pivotal moment in history. Taine's writing style is engaging and informative, making this volume a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the French Revolution. While the dense subject matter may be daunting at times, Taine's clear prose and compelling arguments make this book a rewarding read for those willing to delve deeper into the complexities of this significant historical period. Overall, Volume 3 of The French Revolution is a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a thought-provoking and insightful perspective on one of the most important events in modern European history. First Page: THE ORIGINS OF CONTEMPORARY FRANCE, VOLUME 4 THE FRENCH REVOLUTION, VOLUME 3. by Hippolyte A. Taine THE FRENCH REVOLUTION VOLUME III. PREFACE. BOOK FIRST. The Establishment of the Revolutionary Government. CHAPTER I. BOOK SECOND. The Jacobin Program. CHAPTER I. CHAPTER II. BOOK THIRD. The Governors. CHAPTER I. Psychology of the Jacobin Leaders. CHAPTER II. The Rulers of the Country. CHAPTER III. The Rulers. (continued). BOOK FOURTH. The Governed. CHAPTER I. The Oppressed. CHAPTER II. Food and Provisions. BOOK FIFTH. The End of the Revolutionary Government. CHAPTER I. PREFACE. "In Egypt," says Clement of Alexandria,[1101] "the sanctuaries of the temples are shaded by curtains of golden tissue. But on going further into the interior in quest of the statue, a priest of grave aspect, advancing to meet you and chanting a hymn in the Egyptian tongue, slightly raises a veil to show you the god. And what do you behold? A crocodile, or some indigenous serpent, or other dangerous animal, the Egyptian god being a beast sprawling on a purple carpet." We need not visit Egypt or go so far back in history to encounter crocodile worship, as this can be readily found in France at the end of the last century... Continue reading book >>

The French Revolution - Volume 3 By: Hippolyte Taine (1828-1893)

Hippolyte Taine's Volume 3 of The French Revolution offers a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the turbulent period in French history. Taine meticulously analyzes the political, social, and cultural factors that contributed to the outbreak of the Revolution, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the complex forces at play during that time. His sharp insights and keen observations bring to life the key figures and events of the Revolution, shedding light on the motivations and consequences of this pivotal moment in history.

Taine's writing style is engaging and informative, making this volume a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the French Revolution. While the dense subject matter may be daunting at times, Taine's clear prose and compelling arguments make this book a rewarding read for those willing to delve deeper into the complexities of this significant historical period. Overall, Volume 3 of The French Revolution is a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a thought-provoking and insightful perspective on one of the most important events in modern European history.

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THE ORIGINS OF CONTEMPORARY FRANCE, VOLUME 4

THE FRENCH REVOLUTION, VOLUME 3.

by Hippolyte A. Taine

THE FRENCH REVOLUTION VOLUME III.

PREFACE. BOOK FIRST. The Establishment of the Revolutionary Government. CHAPTER I. BOOK SECOND. The Jacobin Program. CHAPTER I. CHAPTER II. BOOK THIRD. The Governors. CHAPTER I. Psychology of the Jacobin Leaders. CHAPTER II. The Rulers of the Country. CHAPTER III. The Rulers. (continued). BOOK FOURTH. The Governed. CHAPTER I. The Oppressed. CHAPTER II. Food and Provisions. BOOK FIFTH. The End of the Revolutionary Government. CHAPTER I.

PREFACE.

"In Egypt," says Clement of Alexandria,[1101] "the sanctuaries of the temples are shaded by curtains of golden tissue. But on going further into the interior in quest of the statue, a priest of grave aspect, advancing to meet you and chanting a hymn in the Egyptian tongue, slightly raises a veil to show you the god. And what do you behold? A crocodile, or some indigenous serpent, or other dangerous animal, the Egyptian god being a beast sprawling on a purple carpet."

We need not visit Egypt or go so far back in history to encounter crocodile worship, as this can be readily found in France at the end of the last century... Continue reading book >>

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