David Garrioch Livres

The narrative paints a vivid portrait of pre-Revolutionary Paris, emphasizing the importance of neighborhood connections within the community. It explores how these local ties shaped social interactions and daily life, providing a unique lens through which to understand the city's dynamics before the upheaval of the Revolution. The depiction highlights the intricate relationships and social fabric that defined this historical period.

An excellent general history as well as an innovative synthesis of new research, The Making of Revolutionary Paris offers vivid portraits of individual lives, accounts of social trends, and analyses of significant events, exploring the evolution of Parisian society during the eighteenth century and revealing the city's pivotal role in shaping the French Revolution."--BOOK JACKET.