On the State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789 and on the Causes Which Led to That Event (1856)

""On The State Of Society In France Before The Revolution Of 1789 And On The Causes Which Led To That Event"" is a historical and sociological analysis by the French political philosopher and historian, Alexis de Tocqueville. Originally published in 1856, the book examines the social, political, and economic conditions in France leading up to the French Revolution of 1789. De Tocqueville's analysis covers a wide range of topics, including the feudal system, the role of the Church, the aristocracy, the bourgeoisie, and the peasantry. He also explores the impact of Enlightenment ideas on French society, the influence of the American Revolution, and the economic conditions that led to the French Revolution. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed historical account of the social and political conditions in France before the Revolution. The second part focuses on the causes of the Revolution, including the impact of the Enlightenment, the influence of the American Revolution, and the economic crisis that led to the collapse of the French monarchy. ""On The State Of Society In France Before The Revolution Of 1789 And On The Causes Which Led To That Event"" is considered a classic work of political history and sociology. It offers a comprehensive analysis of the social and political factors that led to one of the most significant events in modern European history.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.