The People (1846)

The People is a historical book written by Jules Michelet and originally published in 1846. It is a comprehensive study of the French people and their history, from the Middle Ages to the mid-19th century. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different era in French history. The first part covers the Middle Ages and the rise of the French monarchy, detailing the struggles between the kings and the nobility, and the emergence of the French people as a distinct social and political force. The second part covers the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, exploring the impact of these movements on French society and culture, and the emergence of new ideas and values that would shape the modern world. The final part of the book covers the French Revolution and its aftermath, including the rise of Napoleon and the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy. Throughout the book, Michelet emphasizes the importance of the people in shaping French history, and argues that the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people are just as important as those of kings and nobles. The People is a seminal work in French historiography, and is noted for its vivid and engaging writing style, as well as its emphasis on social and cultural history. It has been translated into numerous languages and remains a popular and influential work of history to this day.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.