The French Revolution: A Political History by John Hardman · Audiobook preview

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The French Revolution: A Political History
Authored by John Hardman
Narrated by Jennifer M. Dixon

0:00 Intro
0:03 Pen Portraits of Seven Protagonists
30:10 Introduction
42:22 1. Royal Revolution Manqué
1:20:45 Outro

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

A major new political history of the French Revolution
 
In 1786, France's ancien régime was functioning as usual. Its alliance with the victorious American colonies had restored its diplomatic prestige, the economy seemed to be flourishing, and internal politics seemed quiet. But just a few short years later, the dynasty which had ruled France for over 800 years was swept away. What happened to cause such devastating change to the long–established political structure?
 
John Hardman traces the political history of the French Revolution, from its origins to its aftermath. Hardman argues that the nature of ancien régime politics, the mismanagement of the fiscal crisis, and a new generation of young, overly confident politicians brought the Bourbon monarchy's apparatus crashing down. He shows how feudalism was on its last legs in 1789, and analyses the key roles played by Louis XVI, Antoine Barnave, and Georges Danton.
 
This is a remarkable history of one of modern Europe's defining moments, shedding new light on the complex politics of the day.

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AUDIOBOOK DETAILS

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Language: English
Publisher: Tantor Media Inc
Published on: November 11, 2025
ISBN: 9798318549885
Duration: 13 hr, 27 min
Genres: History / Europe / France, History / Military / Revolutions & Wars of Independence, History / Modern / 18th Century