History Of Civilization In Europe: From The Fall Of The Roman Empire To The French Revolution (1885) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165483976)

The book ""History of Civilization in Europe: From the Fall of the Roman Empire to the French Revolution"" by M. Guizot, published in 1885, is a comprehensive account of the development of European civilization from the decline of the Roman Empire to the French Revolution. The author, a prominent French historian and statesman, provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, economic, and cultural factors that shaped Europe during this period.The book is divided into five parts, each covering a significant era in European history. Part one examines the decline of the Roman Empire and the emergence of the barbarian kingdoms. Part two focuses on the Middle Ages, including the rise of feudalism, the Crusades, and the growth of the Church. Part three covers the Renaissance and the Reformation, highlighting the cultural and intellectual developments of this period. Part four discusses the rise of absolute monarchy and the Age of Enlightenment, while part five explores the French Revolution and its aftermath.Throughout the book, Guizot emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context of each era to fully comprehend the developments that took place. He also emphasizes the interdependence of political, social, and economic factors in shaping European civilization.Overall, ""History of Civilization in Europe"" is a seminal work in the field of European history, providing a detailed and insightful analysis of the major events and trends that shaped the continent over a thousand years.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: M. Guizot
ISBN-10: 1165483971
ISBN-13: 9781165483976
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 272
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d