Munro Price Libri

Exploring the pivotal role of Vergennes in shaping domestic policy, this study delves into the political and social landscape of France on the brink of the French Revolution. It examines his strategies, decisions, and the implications of his governance during a transformative period in French history, highlighting the complex interplay between domestic affairs and revolutionary sentiments. The analysis offers insights into how Vergennes' leadership influenced the nation's trajectory in a time of impending change.

"Rice, himself a scientist, [posits that] that science is essentially organized common sense. While the brain is hardwired for common sense, unfortunately it also relies on a number of misleading tendencies. Instead of reasoning objectively it tends to rationalize. Often it sees what it wants to see rather than what is really there. And it is adept

This is a history of the French Revolution, as seen through the eyes of the French royal family. Munro Price has researched the mood, atmosphere and personalities behind the palace walls: at the heart of this research is a cache of letters that sheds new light on the lives of the royals, as the monarchy was gradually stripped of its power and revolutionary fervour called for their execution.

The story of the dramatic two years leading to Napoleon's abdication in 1814 - in which he lost control of his empire and, ultimately, of France itself.

A new history of the French revolution, seen through the eyes of the Royal family of the time.

‘An extraordinary story told with the utmost elegance. It's the perfect exemplar and justification of the short format that Notting Hill Editions have hit upon.’Michael Frayn

276 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : 24 cm