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French Revolution A History, Vol. 2 - The Constitution

French Revolution A History, Vol. 2 - The Constitution

By: Thomas Carlyle
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In the gripping second volume of this unique historical account, we delve into the tumultuous events from October 1789, when Louis XVI was compelled to leave Versailles for Paris, to August 1792. This period marks a dramatic turning point as Louis and his family make a desperate attempt to escape the country amidst foreign invasions and escalating internal strife. The narrative reaches a chilling climax with the brutal massacre of Swiss Guards defending the royal family. As Louis finds himself imprisoned, it becomes painfully clear that the ambitious three-year effort to institute a constitutional monarchy has crumbled. Join Peter Dann as he recounts this pivotal chapter in Frances history, filled with intrigue, conflict, and the relentless pursuit of liberty.Copyright Early Modern Political Science Politics & Government World
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  • 050 - Book 6 Chapter 4 Subterranean

    050 - Book 6 Chapter 4 Subterranean
    Mar 24 2026
    In the gripping second volume of this unique historical account, we delve into the tumultuous events from October 1789, when Louis XVI was compelled to leave Versailles for Paris, to August 1792. This period marks a dramatic turning point as Louis and his family make a desperate attempt to escape the country amidst foreign invasions and escalating internal strife. The narrative reaches a chilling climax with the brutal massacre of Swiss Guards defending the royal family. As Louis finds himself imprisoned, it becomes painfully clear that the ambitious three-year effort to institute a constitutional monarchy has crumbled. Join Peter Dann as he recounts this pivotal chapter in Frances history, filled with intrigue, conflict, and the relentless pursuit of liberty.
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    7 mins
  • 049 - Book 6 Chapter 3 Some Consolation to Mankind

    049 - Book 6 Chapter 3 Some Consolation to Mankind
    Mar 23 2026
    In the gripping second volume of this unique historical account, we delve into the tumultuous events from October 1789, when Louis XVI was compelled to leave Versailles for Paris, to August 1792. This period marks a dramatic turning point as Louis and his family make a desperate attempt to escape the country amidst foreign invasions and escalating internal strife. The narrative reaches a chilling climax with the brutal massacre of Swiss Guards defending the royal family. As Louis finds himself imprisoned, it becomes painfully clear that the ambitious three-year effort to institute a constitutional monarchy has crumbled. Join Peter Dann as he recounts this pivotal chapter in Frances history, filled with intrigue, conflict, and the relentless pursuit of liberty.
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    12 mins
  • 048 - Book 6 Chapter 2 Let us march

    048 - Book 6 Chapter 2 Let us march
    Mar 22 2026
    In the gripping second volume of this unique historical account, we delve into the tumultuous events from October 1789, when Louis XVI was compelled to leave Versailles for Paris, to August 1792. This period marks a dramatic turning point as Louis and his family make a desperate attempt to escape the country amidst foreign invasions and escalating internal strife. The narrative reaches a chilling climax with the brutal massacre of Swiss Guards defending the royal family. As Louis finds himself imprisoned, it becomes painfully clear that the ambitious three-year effort to institute a constitutional monarchy has crumbled. Join Peter Dann as he recounts this pivotal chapter in Frances history, filled with intrigue, conflict, and the relentless pursuit of liberty.
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    6 mins
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