The Ancient Regime

""The Ancient Regime"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Kingsley. The book explores the political and social systems of the European monarchies during the 18th century, particularly in France. Kingsley examines the power structures, customs, and beliefs that governed the lives of the aristocracy and the common people during this time period. He also discusses the Enlightenment movement and its impact on the political and social landscape of Europe. The book provides a detailed analysis of the French Revolution and its aftermath, including the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. Kingsley examines the causes and consequences of the revolution, and argues that it was a necessary and inevitable step towards progress and democracy. Overall, ""The Ancient Regime"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of European history during the 18th century, and provides a valuable perspective on the events that shaped modern Europe.For by that time the mighty spiritual struggles and fierce religious animosities of the preceding century had worn themselves out. And, as always happens, to a period of earnest excitement had succeeded one of weariness, disgust, half-unbelief in the many questions for which so much blood had been shed. No man had come out of the battle with altogether clean hands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.