Author: SOBOUL, ALBERT
Title: La Ire Räpublique. Naissance Et Mort...
Description: Paris: Calmann-Lävy, 1968. First Edition; First Edition. Original Wrappers. 365 pages. Former owners' names on front free endpaper. A few pages with annotations or underlining in pencil. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; "La Ire République: Naissance et Mort..." by Albert Soboul offers a comprehensive analysis of the First French Republic, examining its turbulent inception, evolution, and eventual demise. Soboul, a prominent historian specializing in the French Revolution, meticulously outlines the political and social upheavals that marked this era. The book delves into the revolutionary fervor that led to the establishment of the Republic in 1792, following the fall of the monarchy. It discusses key events such as the Reign of Terror, the rise of Robespierre, the impact of revolutionary wars, and the internal conflicts that defined the period. Soboul also explores the economic challenges and the radical societal transformations attempted during this time. The narrative critically assesses the Republic's governance structures and the various factions within the revolutionary government, illustrating how these internal divisions led to the Republic’s decline and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. Through detailed historical scholarship, Soboul provides insights into the complexities of revolutionary leadership and the fragile nature of the Republic, highlighting its significant legacy in French and global history. ; Paperback; Octavo (standard book size). Very Good .

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