Revolutionärer och emigranter

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Söderhjelm, Alma, 1870-1949

Language:

Swedish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Revolutionärer och emigranter" by Alma Söderhjelm is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the turbulent period surrounding the French Revolution, focusing on key figures, events, and the impact of revolutionary ideas on society. The text aims to provide a detailed examination of the characters and circumstances that shaped the revolutionary landscape, including the lives of prominent individuals. The opening of the book introduces the author's research into Sweden's relation to the French Revolution, revealing various interesting personalities and scenarios that led to further study. The narrative discusses Enlightenment philosophers and their roles in inspiring revolutionary ideas, particularly focusing on Voltaire and the events following his death, including the eventual transfer of his remains to the Panthéon in Paris. This sets the stage for the broader exploration of revolutionary ideals and the first wave of émigrés fleeing France, highlighting their motivations and the dramatic social and political upheaval of the time. Thus, the initial chapters provide a framework for understanding the historical context and the ripple effects of the revolution on different individuals and factions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Tuula Temonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2021-04-07