| Author |
Guizot, François, 1787-1874 |
| Title |
Mémoires pour servir à l'Histoire de mon temps (Tome 7)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Paul Murray, Rénald Lévesque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"Mémoires pour servir à l'Histoire de mon temps (Tome 7)" by François Guizot is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into specific events concerning French politics and society during the early 1840s, exploring themes such as governance, public opinion, and the impact of significant deaths on the monarchy. Guizot, an influential political figure of the time, shares his insights and experiences, providing readers with a firsthand perspective of the era. The opening of this volume begins with an overview of the political landscape in France during the elections of July 1842, touching on the death of the Duke of Orléans and its ramifications for the royal family and the nation. Guizot reflects on his philosophical approach to governance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining independence from populist pressures while navigating the complexities of public sentiment. He recounts conversations with prominent political figures and describes the tumultuous atmosphere surrounding the elections, detailing both the challenges and victories faced by the government amid growing tensions and expectations from the populace. This setup highlights Guizot's commitment to a balanced government responsive to both its citizens and the principles of sound political practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
France -- Politics and government -- 1814-1830
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| Subject |
France -- Politics and government -- 1830-1848
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| Subject |
Guizot, M. (François), 1787-1874
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| Subject |
France -- Foreign relations -- 1815-1848
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18295 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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