The Last Days of the Reign of Louis Philippe is a historical book written by French historian and statesman, M. Guizot. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social events that took place during the final years of the reign of King Louis Philippe of France, from 1847 to 1848. Guizot, who served as the Prime Minister of France under Louis Philippe, provides an insider's perspective on the events that led to the downfall of the monarchy and the establishment of the Second French Republic. He examines the ...
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The Last Days of the Reign of Louis Philippe is a historical book written by French historian and statesman, M. Guizot. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social events that took place during the final years of the reign of King Louis Philippe of France, from 1847 to 1848. Guizot, who served as the Prime Minister of France under Louis Philippe, provides an insider's perspective on the events that led to the downfall of the monarchy and the establishment of the Second French Republic. He examines the economic, social, and political factors that contributed to the growing discontent among the French people, including the rise of socialism and the emergence of a working-class movement.The book also offers insights into the personalities and motivations of the key figures involved in the events of the period, including Louis Philippe himself, his ministers, and the leaders of the opposition. Guizot provides a nuanced analysis of the complex political landscape of France at the time, and the various factions and interest groups that were vying for power.Overall, The Last Days of the Reign of Louis Philippe is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, politics, and society in the mid-19th century. It provides a rich and detailed account of a pivotal period in French history, and sheds light on the complex forces that shaped the country's political and social landscape during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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