Inventaire Sommaire des Archives Départementales Antérieures à 1790, Vol. 3 - Hardcover

G. Rouchon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0366647849 ISBN 13: 9780366647842

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024

Synopsis

This book delves into the archives of the Auvergne region in France, specifically focusing on the Intendance of Auvergne, an administrative division during the 18th century. It offers a glimpse into the intricate bureaucracy of the period through the lens of the Intendant, the provincial administrator appointed by the French monarchy. The documents in these archives reveal the challenges and complexities of managing a vast and diverse region, shedding light on the daily lives of its inhabitants, their industries, and their struggles. Through these records, the author provides a rich and detailed account of the social, economic, and administrative landscape of the Auvergne region during this transformative era in French history, offering valuable insights into the functioning of local government and the lives of ordinary people in the Ancien Régime.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0366647849
• ISBN 13: 9780366647842
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 500