{"product_id":"the-french-revolution-and-napoleon-crucible-of-the-modern-world-9781350229723","title":"The French Revolution and Napoleon: Crucible of the Modern World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eLynn Hunt and Jack R. Censer's book explores the global dimensions of the French Revolution, covering events from 1789 to Napoleon's fall, and its impact on the modern political world. It emphasizes global competition, fiscal crisis, slavery, and nationalism, and includes end-of-chapter questions, timelines, and primary source extracts for analysis. The 2nd edition has been updated with a new first chapter and a historiography textbox feature. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 296 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn their comprehensive work, Lynn Hunt and Jack R. Censer meticulously chronicle the events from 1789 to the fall of Napoleon, emphasizing the global dimensions of the French Revolution and providing a balanced examination of its causes and consequences. Through this meticulous exploration, Hunt and Censer reaffirm the profound impact of the French Revolution on the modern political landscape. They devote considerable attention to various themes, including global competition, fiscal crises, slavery, and the emergence of nationalism, alongside traditional topics such as human rights, constitutions, terrorism, and violence. This broad lens enables the authors to effectively showcase how the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Empire reshaped the political landscapes of Europe, the Americas, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Additionally, the book includes end-of-chapter questions, timelines, and a wealth of primary source extracts to facilitate analysis and classroom discussion. This second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, featuring a new first chapter that provides a comprehensive background of the 18th century, outlining the events, trends, and personalities that laid the foundation for the revolutionary transformation. Each chapter now includes a historiography textbox feature that delves into topics and individuals such as Louis XVI, terror, Robespierre, and the Haitian Revolution. These textboxes present contrasting excerpts, analyzed and contextualized, fostering a deeper understanding of the historical context. Furthermore, the book boasts 18 additional images and 6 more maps, enhancing the visual appeal and geographical context of the narrative. By undertaking this comprehensive analysis, Hunt and Censer have produced a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of history, offering a comprehensive and insightful perspective on the French Revolution and its enduring legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 474g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 157 x 234 x 26 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781350229723\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Professor Emeritus LynnHunt,Jack R.Censer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44094169547002,"sku":"9781350229723","price":23.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646217258202_book.jpg?v=1646927353","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-french-revolution-and-napoleon-crucible-of-the-modern-world-9781350229723","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}