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Living the French Revolution and the Age of Napoleon
- Narrated by: Suzanne M. Desan
- Length: 24 hrs and 47 mins
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Publisher's Summary
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.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Anonymous User
- 28-05-2023
Interesting and informative
I enjoyed listening to this well documented account of French history. I learnt a lot. Thanks.
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- Tanya
- 17-08-2023
Best audio lectures I’ve listened to
Suzanne Desan has articulated presented this course to precision.
Every lecture has kept me captivated.
I’ve learnt a lot
Excellent
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- Stan
- 31-05-2015
Clarity leaves me feeling informed
Professor Desan knows how to give a half hour history class well. She goes from detail to breadth. She identifies themes and explores them. She links them together well. Her style is steady, clear and u dramatic even when dealing with such dramatic subject matter. She lets the primary sources do that work and occasionally introduces humour or a personal touch. Clearly Prof Desan knows much more in greater depth than is presented here. I thoroughly recommend this series for those like me, who know so little when starting the series.
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- Crispin Rovere
- 06-03-2019
Thrilling & Excellent
I am a Great Courses addict but wasn't excited by the French Revolution initially. However Desan's depth of knowledge and capacity for narrative makes this one of the very best. Must listen.
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- Rosemary
- 02-02-2021
Vivid communication
As a recipient of the English retelling of the “crazy” French Revolution and the rise of the “Corsican Monster”, I was fascinated by this vivid view of the sociopolitical currents involved. Great presentation of an extraordinary historical period.
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