History Of The Paris Commune Of 1871 (1886)

History of the Paris Commune of 1871 is a seminal work by Prosper Olivier Lissagaray, first published in 1886. The book is an in-depth account of the Paris Commune, a revolutionary socialist government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871. Lissagaray's book provides a detailed chronicle of the events leading up to the Commune, including the Franco-Prussian War, the siege of Paris, and the fall of the Second Empire. He also describes the formation of the Commune, its policies and actions, and its ultimate defeat by the French army. The author was a participant in the Commune, and his firsthand knowledge and experience provide a unique perspective on the events of 1871. He was also a socialist and a journalist, and his political views are reflected in the book's analysis of the Commune's goals and achievements. History of the Paris Commune of 1871 is considered a classic of revolutionary literature and a key text in the history of socialism. It has been translated into numerous languages and remains an important resource for scholars and activists interested in the history of the labor movement and the struggle for social justice.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.