France 1715-1804: Power and the People

by Gwynne Lewis

Book Overview

Gwynne Lewis' history opens with a full analysis of all the components of traditional France, including political and religious structures, the seigneurial system, the bourgeoisie and the poor. Part two examines the meaning and challenge of the Enlightenment, with particular reference to women and the mass of the poor. Part three concentrates upon the relationship between the shift to laissez-faire economics, popular revolts and government repression,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0582239257
• ISBN13: 9780582239258
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.8" x 8.7"