This edition had all images removed.
Title: Tableau historique et pittoresque de Paris depuis les Gaulois jusqu'à nos jours (Volume 8/8)
Credits:
Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Guy de Montpellier, Christine
P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale
de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
Summary: "Tableau historique et pittoresque de Paris depuis les Gaulois jusqu'à nos jours" by J. B. de Saint-Victor is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. This work provides an extensive overview of the history and transformation of Paris, delving into its developments from ancient times through the modern era. The text appears to cover various aspects of Parisian society, notable events, and significant figures that have shaped the city's destiny. At the start of the account, the focus is directed towards the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, highlighting its geographical boundaries and historical significance. The narrative then transitions seamlessly into a discussion of the political conditions in France during the Regency and the reign of Louis XV. It presents a critique of the leadership and the ambitious political maneuvers of the time, illustrating how the actions of the governing elite were influenced by a mix of personal ambition and political intrigue, ultimately affecting the fabric of Parisian life and the broader French society. The opening sets up a richly detailed examination of historical transitions while invoking themes of governance, societal morality, and the consequences of leadership choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Saint-Victor, J. B. de (Jacques-Benjamin), 1772-1858
EBook No.: 42659
Published: May 7, 2013
Downloads: 249
Language: French
Subject: Paris (France) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Tableau historique et pittoresque de Paris depuis les Gaulois jusqu'à nos jours (Volume 8/8)
Credits:
Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Guy de Montpellier, Christine
P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale
de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr)
Summary: "Tableau historique et pittoresque de Paris depuis les Gaulois jusqu'à nos jours" by J. B. de Saint-Victor is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. This work provides an extensive overview of the history and transformation of Paris, delving into its developments from ancient times through the modern era. The text appears to cover various aspects of Parisian society, notable events, and significant figures that have shaped the city's destiny. At the start of the account, the focus is directed towards the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, highlighting its geographical boundaries and historical significance. The narrative then transitions seamlessly into a discussion of the political conditions in France during the Regency and the reign of Louis XV. It presents a critique of the leadership and the ambitious political maneuvers of the time, illustrating how the actions of the governing elite were influenced by a mix of personal ambition and political intrigue, ultimately affecting the fabric of Parisian life and the broader French society. The opening sets up a richly detailed examination of historical transitions while invoking themes of governance, societal morality, and the consequences of leadership choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Saint-Victor, J. B. de (Jacques-Benjamin), 1772-1858
EBook No.: 42659
Published: May 7, 2013
Downloads: 249
Language: French
Subject: Paris (France) -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.