The Fourteenth of July, and Danton: Two Plays of the French Revolution by Rolland

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Author Rolland, Romain, 1866-1944
Translator Clark, Barrett H. (Barrett Harper), 1890-1953
Title The Fourteenth of July, and Danton: Two Plays of the French Revolution
Alternate Title The 14th of July, and Danton
Note Reading ease score: 86.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary "The Fourteenth of July and Danton: Two Plays of the French Revolution" by Romain Rolland is a collection of historical plays written during the early 20th century. The work dramatizes significant events from the French Revolution, focusing on the interplay between individual heroes and the collective will of the people. The plays emphasize themes of liberty, social justice, and the moral truths behind revolutionary movements. The opening of "The Fourteenth of July" introduces the tense atmosphere in Paris leading up to the storming of the Bastille on July 14th, 1789. It captures the excitement and anxiety among various social classes as they react to the perceived threats from the monarchy. The dialogue features characters such as Camille Desmoulins and members of the crowd who discuss strategies and fears while urging each other to unite against the oppressive forces. The scene is laden with rich dialogue that reveals the characters' passions and the weight of societal expectations, setting the stage for the ensuing revolution. The focus on the "People" as a collective character emphasizes Rolland's aim to portray the revolution as a movement driven by the masses rather than just a few historical figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Drama
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EBook-No. 49438
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 4, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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