Paris Under the Commune
"Paris under the Commune: The Seventy-Three Days of the Second Siege" by John Leighton offers a gripping account of a pivotal moment in French history: the tumultuous Paris Commune of 1871. This meticulously prepared edition vividly portrays the 73-day siege of Paris and the intense political revolution that gripped France.
Leighton's work delves into the heart of the Commune, exploring the events and atmosphere of Paris during this period of profound upheaval. Illustrated with numerous sketches taken on the spot and portraits from original photographs, this historical text brings the era to life with a remarkable immediacy. Readers interested in French history, 19th-century Europe, and the history of political revolutions will find this a compelling and insightful read. A timeless account of a city under siege and a nation in crisis.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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