The History of a Crime by Victor Hugo is a non-fiction book that details the political turmoil and events leading up to the downfall of Napoleon III's Second French Empire. Originally published in 1877, the book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the years leading up to the coup d' tat of 1851 and the second part delving into the events that led to the fall of the Second French Empire in 1870.Hugo, a prominent French writer and political figure, provides a detailed account of the political ...
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The History of a Crime by Victor Hugo is a non-fiction book that details the political turmoil and events leading up to the downfall of Napoleon III's Second French Empire. Originally published in 1877, the book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the years leading up to the coup d' tat of 1851 and the second part delving into the events that led to the fall of the Second French Empire in 1870.Hugo, a prominent French writer and political figure, provides a detailed account of the political machinations and power struggles that defined this period in French history. He examines the role of key figures such as Napoleon III, his ministers, and other political leaders, and provides insight into the motivations and actions that ultimately led to their downfall.Throughout the book, Hugo offers his own commentary and analysis of the events, often drawing on his own personal experiences and political beliefs. He also explores broader themes such as the nature of power, the role of the press in shaping public opinion, and the importance of individual liberty and democracy.Overall, The History of a Crime is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal moment in French history, written by one of the country's most celebrated writers and political figures.There was a moment of confusion; almost a collision. The Representatives, forcibly driven back, ebbed into the Rue de Lille. Some of them fell down. Several members of the Right were rolled in the mud by the soldiers. One of them, M. Etienne, received a blow on the shoulder from the butt-end of a musket. We may here add that a week afterwards M. Etienne was a member of that concern which they styled the Consultative Committee. He found the coup d'etat to his taste, the blow with the butt-end of a musket included.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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