History of the Girondists : or, Personal memoirs of the patriots of the French Revolution, from unpublished sources, vol. 1, by Alphonse de Lamartine ; translated by H.T. Ryde
by Lamartine, Alphonse de
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London : George Bell & Sons, 1883. First Edition. Hardcover. Poor copy, boards detached. Text remains in fine condition. Physical description; 1 volume : illustrations ; 19 cm. Subjects ; Girondists. France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799.
Synopsis
The Histoire des Girondins, started in 1843, was partially an expedient to parry financial pressures; it was also a means to win political adherents. By the time of its publication in eight volumes in 1847, Lamartine had behind him a powerful following.
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- Title
- History of the Girondists : or, Personal memoirs of the patriots of the French Revolution, from unpublished sources, vol. 1, by Alphonse de Lamartine ; translated by H.T. Ryde
- Author
- Lamartine, Alphonse de
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- Hardcover
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- Used
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- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- London : George Bell & Sons
- Date Published
- 1883
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