John Hardman is een toonaangevend wereldwijd expert op het gebied van de Franse Revolutie, geprezen om zijn inzichtelijke boeken over het onderwerp. Zijn academische werk duikt diep in de complexiteit van deze cruciale historische periode en biedt diepgaande perspectieven op de oorzaken, het verloop en de uiteindelijke impact ervan. Lezers kunnen een rijke en gedetailleerde verkenning van de geschiedenis verwachten, tot leven gebracht door scherpe analyses. Voorheen doceerde hij moderne geschiedenis aan de Universiteit van Edinburgh.
The reign of Louis XVI, which ended with the guillotining of Louis and his wife, Marie Antoinette, in 1793, is a dramatic and crucial part of French history. This book presents the first complete and authoritative biography of Louis XVI, a poignant tale that recounts how the King's stature grew as his power declined.
This book presents a fresh perspective on a historically misunderstood queen, challenging the conventional narrative of her being "out of touch." It delves into her life and reign, revealing the complexities of her character and the political landscape of her time. By examining various facets of her rule, the author aims to reshape the reader's understanding of her contributions and significance in history, offering insights that highlight her influence and the contextual challenges she faced.
A major new biography of Antoine Barnave-the politician and writer who advocated for a constitutional monarchy in revolutionary France
A thought-provoking, authoritative biography of one of history's most maligned rulers