France Before the Revolution by J H Shennan
This fully revised second edition takes account of historical work produced during the last decade. Covering the period between Louis XIV's death in 1715 and the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789, it discusses: * France's accomplishments in international affairs, commercial expansion, and intellectual and artistic life * the significance of long-term political, social and economic forces in causing the Revolution * how the changing perception of government, from one of divine-right kingship towards the idea of a national enterprise, ultimately undermined the old regime.'Shennan's effective and concise account is valuable, and a second edition most useful' - Jeremy Black, The Historical Association
Of the first edition: `Shennan's book is an excellent introduction ... the language is clear and readable and explanations, though scholarly, are easily inderstood.' - D. Macintyre, Jordanhill College of Education, Glasgow
`Ideally suited for revision.' - B.S. Jackson, Silcoates School, Wakefield
Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Lancaster University
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415119450 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415119456 |
| Title | France Before the Revolution |
| Author | J H Shennan |
| Series | Lancaster Pamphlets |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1995-05-11 |
| Number of pages | 60 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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