Revolutionary Europe, 1789-1815

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stephens, H. Morse (Henry Morse), 1857-1919.

Series:

Periods of European history; Period VII

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Revolutionary Europe, 1789-1815" by H. Morse Stephens is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on a transformative period in European history, detailing the significant political, social, and military changes brought about by the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon. It addresses themes like the sovereignty of the people, the principle of nationality, and the evolution of personal liberty, providing insights into how these ideas influenced contemporary Europe. The opening of the book presents the author's intent to explore Europe during a crucial era of transition, emphasizing changes in political thought and governance catalyzed by the events of the French Revolution. Stephans outlines the political landscape of 1789, highlighting the tensions between various European powers and the widespread discontent that foreshadowed revolutionary upheaval. He introduces the state of Europe, examining the internal struggles within nations such as Austria and France, setting the stage for the unfolding narrative of conflict and reform that characterized the following decades. Through detailed descriptions, the text establishes the socio-political context leading to a series of revolutions and wars that reshaped the continent. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-08-01