Secher, Reynald
A French Genocide: The Vendee
- ISBN 13:
- 9780268028657
- author:
- Secher, Reynald
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University of Notre Dame Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- Civil war
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Evening of Life: The Challenges of Aging and Dying Well by Reynald Secher Reynald Secher presents a thought-provoking exploration of aging and dying, shedding new light on the complexities of this universal human experience. Drawing upon previously unavailable sources, Secher argues that the French Revolution's impact on the Vendée region was more nuanced than commonly acknowledged. Secher's research reveals a stark contrast between the stereotype of the Vendéans as archaic and superstitious, and the reality of their social and political structure. He demonstrates how misguided policy choices and offended religious sensibilities led to the devastating conflict that ravaged the region. This book offers a compelling reevaluation of the French Revolution's legacy. By examining primary sources from provincial archives, Secher provides a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in history, one that challenges prevailing narratives and invites readers to reconsider their assumptions about the past.
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