Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon
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Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon
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Suzanne M. Desan
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The 25 years between the onset of the French Revolution in 1789 and the Bourbon Restoration after Napoleon in 1814 is an astonishing period in world history. This era shook the foundations of the old world and marked a permanent shift for politics, religion, and society - not just for France, but for all of Europe. An account of the events alone reads like something out of a thrilling novel:
- France’s oppressed and hungry masses rise up against their government.
- In Paris, crowds storm the Bastille looking for bread and weaponry.
- Rumors, panic, and fear grip the nation as it faces an uncertain future.
- The National Assembly adopts the Declaration of the Rights of Man, the first bold step toward the invention of democratic politics and a republican state.
- A young Corsican named Napoleon Bonaparte stuns Europe with his military strategy and political boldness.
Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon is your opportunity to learn the full story of this captivating period. Taught by Dr. Suzanne M. Desan, these 48 exciting lectures give you a broad and comprehensive survey of one of the most important eras in modern history.
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This is the best Great Courses series I've ever listened to (and I've got through quite a few). It was absolutely enthralling all the way. Just the right level of detail, and just the right degree of focus on individual stories and anecdotes to illustrate the broader themes. I felt I really got a sense of the extraordinary fervour of the times – the boundless uncertainty, fear and optimism – and it felt almost like an unfolding story, as if the eventual endings were not inevitable.I disagree with a previous reviewer who complained that Desan was excessively biased in favour of Robespierre. Admittedly, very occasionally she makes statements appearing to justify some violent action (e.g. the execution of the king) and it's not clear whether she's simply explaining the perpetrators' perspective, or whether she is also attempting to present that perspective as one she personally endorses. This doesn't stop her from giving a full sense of the horrors of the revolution's dark side and the grievances felt by many anti-revolutionary French.
By the end of the course I felt a real desire to find out what happened next in France for the remainder of the century in the same level of detail and narrative style, or else dive in further detail into certain strands of the revolution. I don't think there's anything quite like this.
Riveting!
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
if they wanted to know about the frecnh revolution then yesWhat was one of the most memorable moments of Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon?
naWhat about Professor Suzanne M. Desan’s performance did you like?
clear and no mistakesIf you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
naAny additional comments?
naVery detailed
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
This is a brilliant audiobook. Suzanne is passionate about the subject and it shines through. The book gives a surprising amount of detail about the run-up to the French Revolution before Napoleon's appearance. I liked the reference to literature, politics and fashion that goes beyond the detail I have read before on the topic.What was one of the most memorable moments of Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon?
The first Chapter. The author is so passionate about the French Revolution that it is funny at first, until you get used to it. I enjoyed the character description/development of Robespierre and needless to say, the arrival of the big man, himself - Napoleon.Which scene did you most enjoy?
The assassination of Marat, Napoleon's rise to power, the life of Robespierre.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I could have, I would have.Any additional comments?
The book gave a real insight into the importance of the French Revolution and its influence on the world today.Vive la France!
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However this is strictly a history, it is light on the larger political context but I listened to this after Francis Fukuyama's Political Order and Political Decay which serves as fantastic setup for this important period. Also keep in mind the professor is American, although she seemed pretty unbiased this isn't necessarily the best source for understanding the French domestic perspective on this period.
Excellent!
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Good,, but beware the errors.
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