The History Of France: From The Foundation Of The Monarchy To The Death Of Louis XVI (1829)

by William Grimshaw

Book Overview

""The History of France: From the Foundation of the Monarchy to the Death of Louis XVI"" is a comprehensive account of the political, social, and cultural developments in France from its earliest days as a monarchy to the end of the reign of Louis XVI. Written by William Grimshaw and originally published in 1829, this book provides readers with a detailed overview of the major events, figures, and movements that have shaped French history.The book begins with a discussion of the origins of the French monarchy and the early struggles for power between various noble families. It then covers the rise of the Bourbon dynasty and the reigns of notable monarchs such as Louis XIV and Louis XV. Grimshaw also delves into the French Revolution and its aftermath, including the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the eventual restoration of the Bourbon monarchy.Throughout the book, Grimshaw explores the social and cultural changes that occurred in France during this time period, including the growth of the middle class, the development of the Enlightenment, and the impact of the French Revolution on French society. He also examines the country's relationships with other European powers and the role that France played in shaping the political landscape of the continent.Overall, ""The History of France: From the Foundation of the Monarchy to the Death of Louis XVI"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most fascinating periods in French history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France or European history more broadly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165683970
• ISBN13: 9781165683970
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"