Author: Biggs, Charlotte
Synopsis:
In "A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795, Complete: Described in a Series of Letters from an English Lady: with General and Incidental Remarks on the French Character and Manners," Charlotte Biggs takes us on a captivating journey through the tumultuous years of the French Revolution. Through a series of letters, an English lady recounts her experiences and observations while living in France during this period of intense political and social upheaval.
As the reader delves into the letters, they are transported to a time of great uncertainty and danger, where the French people are divided and the Revolution's ideals clash with the harsh realities of war and violence. The English lady's perspective offers a unique insight into the French character and manners, shedding light on the complexities of the society she encounters.
Genres: Historical fiction, Epistolary novel, Memoir
Themes: Revolution, Political upheaval, Cultural differences, Social change
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