Defeated flesh

Welfare, warfare and the making of modern France

Autori

• Bertrand Taithe

Parametri

Pagine

306pagine

Tempo di lettura

11ore

• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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Focusing on the aftermath of the French defeat in 1870 and the Paris Commune, this book offers a comparative analysis of the Franco-Prussian War and its social impact. It explores how the war mobilized the French populace and examines the cultural consequences of their defeat, contributing to the fin-de-siècle spirit. By analyzing the siege of Paris and the hardships endured, the author revises discussions on citizenship and modern warfare, utilizing previously unexplored sources to highlight the significance of 1870-1871 in shaping modern France.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

(In brossura)