French Revolution

Hunt examines the major themes of the period, including the pre-revolution economic and political situation in France. Combining narrative and interpretation, this book provides a concise introduction and study aid for students.

List of contents

Series Preface, Acknowledgements, 1. Why did the French Revolution begin?, 2. When did developments in France become revolutionary?, 3. The Constituent Assembly, 4. The war in Europe, 5. The Terror, 6. The Directory and its achievements, 7. The counter-revolution, 8. Did the French Revolution end with Bonaparte?, Notes and sources, Select bibliography, Index

About the author

Jocelyn Hunt

Summary

Hunt examines the major themes of the period, including the pre-revolution economic and political situation in France. Combining narrative and interpretation, this book provides a concise introduction and study aid for students.

Product details

• Authors: Jocelyn Hunt, Jocelyn (Cabinet War Rooms Hunt, Hunt Jocelyn
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 17 to 18
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 20.08.1998
• EAN: 9780415178853
• ISBN: 978-0-415-17885-3
• No. of pages: 140
• Series: Questions and Analysis in History; Questions and Analysis in History
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900, France, European History, HISTORY / General, 19th century, c 1800 to c 1899, 18th century, c 1700 to c 1799, Revolutions, uprisings, rebellions, c 1789 to c 1799 (French Revolutionary period), History and Archaeology, HISTORY / Revolutions, Uprisings & Rebellions