History of the French Revolution. In 6 volumes
399.99 €
255.99 €
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History of the French Revolution. In 6 volumes
399.99 €
255.99 €
The first complete, scholarly commented Russian translation of the masterpiece by the "father of historical knowledge," the "creator of French history," and the most prominent figure of Romantic historiography, Jules Michelet (1798–1874). Being the most famous historical documentary narrative of one of the most important events in human history, "History of the French Revolution" (1847–1853)—due to its grandeur—has until now been overlooked by Russian publishers.
Well-documented, covering virtually all aspects of the revolutionary events in France from 1789–1794, and full of subtle observations, it is not only a historical work but also an outstanding literary work of the Romantic era. Under the pen of Jules Michelet, considered one of the greatest French stylists of the 19th century, the history of France received an artistic expression that is difficult to find equal in historiography. This narrative, based on archival sources, many of which were subsequently lost, and contemporary accounts, reads like a captivating novel. The author's powerful portrayals of heroes and events are such that they influenced both subsequent historiography of the French Revolution and French literature as a whole. "A poem about the French people" is the most succinct definition given to J. Michelet's immortal work.
The publication features an extensive scholarly apparatus (encyclopedic in depth and scope) reflecting the current state of historiography and literary studies, including comprehensive articles, a detailed commentary, an annotated index, and chronological tables. The six-volume set is lavishly illustrated, featuring nearly 500 engravings from lifetime publications by Michelet and his contemporaries.
Well-documented, covering virtually all aspects of the revolutionary events in France from 1789–1794, and full of subtle observations, it is not only a historical work but also an outstanding literary work of the Romantic era. Under the pen of Jules Michelet, considered one of the greatest French stylists of the 19th century, the history of France received an artistic expression that is difficult to find equal in historiography. This narrative, based on archival sources, many of which were subsequently lost, and contemporary accounts, reads like a captivating novel. The author's powerful portrayals of heroes and events are such that they influenced both subsequent historiography of the French Revolution and French literature as a whole. "A poem about the French people" is the most succinct definition given to J. Michelet's immortal work.
The publication features an extensive scholarly apparatus (encyclopedic in depth and scope) reflecting the current state of historiography and literary studies, including comprehensive articles, a detailed commentary, an annotated index, and chronological tables. The six-volume set is lavishly illustrated, featuring nearly 500 engravings from lifetime publications by Michelet and his contemporaries.
See also:
- All books by the publisher
- All books by the author
- All books in the series Literary monuments