France and 1848: The End of Monarchy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780415314619)

An extensive and authoritative study that examines the economic, social and political crises of France during the revolution of 1848. Using analysis of original sources and recent research, Fortescue here offers new interpretations of events leading up to and after the second republic was declared.

Looking at Louis Philippe's overthrow, the proclamation of manhood suffrage and the unexpected success of the right-wing in the subsequent elections, this book evaluates the political history of France in 1848 and the French political culture of the time.

This should be read by all students of nineteenth century history, political scientists and all those with an interest in the historical development of French political culture.

Author: William Fortescue
ISBN-10: 0415314615
ISBN-13: 9780415314619
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 04/07/2005
Pages: 228
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 9.62h x 6.26w x 0.69d