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A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795, Part IV., 1795 Described in a Series of Letters from an English Lady: with General and Incidental Remarks on the French Character and Manners

By Charlotte Biggs

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the turbulent aftermath of revolution through the eyes of an Englishwoman, as she survives the shifting allegiances and hardships of a France struggling to rebuild itself.

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2004-04-01
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"A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795, Part IV." by Charlotte Biggs is a collection of letters from an English lady living in France during the French Revolution, giving a firsthand look at a nation struggling to find its way after the chaos, and grappling with the transition from monarchy to an unstable republic. The author vividly captures the tense atmosphere as political factions clash, the government teeters on the brink, and ordinary people suffer from food scarcity and a deep desire for calm, as the promise of the revolution clashes with the grim reality. Through keen observation, the letters reveal the anxieties and uncertainties of living in a country where the future remains precarious. The tone is thoughtful, blending scrutiny and contemplation, as the author reports the day-to-day challenges of this period.

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