Fragile Lives by Arlette Farge
Gives an account of the everyday lives of Parisians in the eighteenth century. This work traces the solidarities and conflicts which arose between men and women, rich and poor, masters and servants, neighbours and colleagues. It paints a picture of a society in a process of mutation which was gradually constructing a fresh set of values.
'In this enthralling book, Arlette Farge has taken upon herself to paint a picture of a poor Parisian Quartier solely on the basis of police files.. her microcosm is full of human warmth, fun and tragedy.' Literary Review
'This is a vivid, thought-provoking book. The manner in which it skilfully mixes broad interpretation with colourful vignette offers a model that others might follow.' Journal of Historical Geography
Arlette Farge is the co-author of The Rules of Rebellion (Polity Press, 1991).
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| ISBN 13 | 9780745612430 |
| ISBN 10 | 0745612431 |
| Title | Fragile Lives |
| Author | Arlette Farge |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 1993-06-24 |
| Number of pages | 250 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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