Histoire de France (Volume 1/19) by Jules Michelet
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| Author | Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874 |
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| Title | Histoire de France (Volume 1/19) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Histoire de France (Volume 1/19)" by Jules Michelet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work aims to chronicle the history of France from its ancient roots through various epochs, focusing especially on the contributions and struggles of different peoples like the Celts and Iberians. Michelet seeks to present a cohesive narrative of France's development as a nation, highlighting not just political events but also the cultural and social dynamics that shaped it. The opening of the work introduces the Celts and Iberians, offering a vivid portrayal of their characteristics, traditions, and interactions. Michelet describes the Gauls as a proud and combative people, eager for adventure and susceptible to the influences of other cultures, while contrasting them with the more reserved and agricultural Iberians. This section sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how these ancient peoples, with their unique traits and histories, laid the foundations for the future of France. Through this lens, Michelet not only tells a specific history but also presents a broad philosophical reflection on the nature of cultural identity and national evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47969 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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