The French Revolution

John Hardman

In 1786, France's ancien régime was functioning as usual. Its alliance with the victorious American colonies had restored its diplomatic prestige, the economy seemed to be flourishing, and internal politics seemed quiet. But just a few short years later, the dynasty which had ruled France for over 800 years was swept away. What happened to cause such devastating change to the long-established political structure? John Hardman traces the political history of the French Revolution, from its origins to its aftermath. Hardman argues that the nature of ancien régime politics, the mismanagement of the fiscal crisis, and a new generation of young, overly confident politicians brought the Bourbon monarchy's apparatus crashing down.

Author(s): Hardman, John
Binding: Hardback
Date of Publication: 12/08/2025
Pagination: 384 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Yale University Press
Published By: Yale University Press
Book Classification: European history|History|National liberation & independence, post-colonialism|Revolutions, uprisings, rebellions
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ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9780300282689