Publisher's Synopsis
The History Of The Bastile: With A Concise Account Of The Late Revolution In France (1790) is a book written by Quintin Craufurd. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Bastille, a fortress-prison in Paris that was famously stormed during the French Revolution. The book also includes a concise account of the late revolution in France, which was unfolding at the time of its publication. Craufurd provides a comprehensive overview of the events leading up to the storming of the Bastille, as well as the aftermath of the event. He also explores the political and social context of the revolution, including the role of key figures such as the Marquis de Lafayette and Maximilien Robespierre. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the French Revolution and the role of the Bastille in this pivotal moment in French 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.