In 'A New World Begins,' Jeremy Popkin intricately explores the tumultuous era of the French Revolution, highlighting the fervent cries for liberty and equality. As power shifts dramatically, the lives of ordinary citizens intertwine with revolutionary leaders, leading to both hope and chaos. Popkin’s vivid storytelling illuminates the bold ideals that fueled a nation and the unintended consequences that followed. Through captivating narratives, readers witness the birth of modern politics and society. This compelling journey invites you to reflect on the delicate balance between freedom and order, making you ponder: what lessons does the revolution hold for our world today?
By Jeremy Popkin
Published: 2019
""In the ashes of the old world, we found the embers of transformation, illuminating the path toward a future shaped by our collective resolve and sacrifice.""
From an award-winning historian, a magisterial account of the revolution that created the modern world The principles of the French Revolution remain the only possible basis for a just society -- even if, after more than two hundred years, they are more contested than ever before. In A New World Begins, Jeremy D. Popkin offers a riveting account of the revolution that puts the reader in the thick of the debates and the violence that led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a new society. We meet Mirabeau, Robespierre, and Danton, in all of their brilliance and vengefulness; we witness the failed escape and execution of Louis XVI; we see women demanding equal rights and black slaves wresting freedom from revolutionaries who hesitated to act on their own principles; and we follow the rise of Napoleon out of the ashes of the Reign of Terror. Based on decades of scholarship, A New World Begins will stand as the definitive treatment of the French Revolution.
Jeremy Popkin is a renowned historian and author, recognized for his extensive research in the fields of French and Haitian history. His notable works include 'A Concise History of the Haitian Revolution' and 'History of Modern France', which reflect his expertise in revolutionary movements and their impact on modern societies. Popkin's writing style is characterized by its clarity and depth, making complex historical events accessible to both academic and general audiences. He is a professor at the University of Kentucky, where he continues to inspire students with his passion for history and scholarship.
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