The French Revolution: Its Causes, Its History and Its Legacy After 200 Years - Softcover

Rude, George

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Synopsis

In The French Revolution, the distinguished historian George Rude turns his penetrating eye to one of the most cataclysmic events of modern history, presenting a cogent survey of the revolution, of the Reign of Terror and the dictatorship that ensued, and of the revolution's ultimate, enduring impact on Western history. The French Revolution is an indispensable study of his pivotal era and of its lasting impact on the world.

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About the Author

George Rude was a distinguished historian and renowned expert on 18th-century history. He taught at universities all over the world and held many distinguished academic posts. In retirement he lived in Sussex until his death in 1992.

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