Paris and the Social Revolution : A Study of the Revolutionary Elements in the Various Classes of Parisian Society

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sanborn, Alvan F. (Alvan Francis), 1866-1966.

Contributor:

Trowbridge, Vaughan, 1869-1945

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Paris and the Social Revolution" by Alvan F. Sanborn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the revolutionary elements present in the various classes of Parisian society, exploring the complex social fabric that leads to revolutionary thought and action. Through a detailed analysis of anarchism, socialism, and the cultural milieu of the time, the author aims to present a nuanced view of the ideologies that shaped Paris. The opening of the book outlines the author's perspective on the themes of revolution and anarchism, establishing a crucial distinction between his own beliefs and those of the revolutionary movements he examines. Sanborn describes his intent to analyze the philosophies and motivations of anarchists while asserting that, despite his affiliations, he does not identify as a revolutionary himself. The text discusses the contemporary ideas of prominent anarchists like Pierre Kropotkine and Jean Grave, hinting at the discourse surrounding anarchy and its implications for society. As a foundation for the upcoming chapters, it sets the stage for a deeper inquiry into the motivations, actions, and societal impacts that revolutionaries engage in, particularly highlighting their struggles against systemic oppression in Paris. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Fritz Ohrenschall, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-09-25