Isbn: 9781332778324 - friendly and constitutional address to the people of great britain (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the French Revolution through the lens of a contemporary English perspective. The author, himself an Englishman and member of the British constitution, provides a nuanced analysis of the events in France, arguing that the revolution is a product of both the vices of the old regime and the excesses of the revolutionaries. He traces the origins of the revolution to the abuses of power by the French monarchy, the profligacy and impiety of the upper classes, and the influence of radical ideas. The author also discusses the impact of the revolution on the British constitution, arguing that it has led to a shift in the balance of power between the monarchy, aristocracy, and the people. Ultimately, the book offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of both absolutism and unchecked democracy, arguing that the best form of government is one that strikes a balance between the two extremes. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…