PODCAST · history
The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille
by Thomas Carlyle
In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the tumultuous events leading up to the iconic storming of the Bastille and the forced relocation of Louis XVI from Versailles to Paris. Carlyles unique present-tense narrative immerses listeners in the drama of the Revolution, making it both thrilling and accessible, even for those unfamiliar with the historical context. As you navigate through the rich tapestry of characters and events, youll encounter crucial references—from the Oeuil de Boeuf, the kings palace, to Jean-Jacques Rousseau, whose influential work, The Social Contract, challenges our understanding of authority and governance. Join narrator Peter Dann as he brings this pivotal moment in history to life.
No episodes available yet.
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the tumultuous events leading up to the iconic storming of the Bastille and the forced relocation of Louis XVI from Versailles to Paris. Carlyles unique present-tense narrative immerses listeners in the drama of the Revolution, making it both thrilling and accessible, even for those unfamiliar with the historical context. As you navigate through the rich tapestry of characters and events, youll encounter crucial references—from the Oeuil de Boeuf, the kings palace, to Jean-Jacques Rousseau, whose influential work, The Social Contract, challenges our understanding of authority and governance. Join narrator Peter Dann as he brings this pivotal moment in history to life.
HOSTED BY
Thomas Carlyle
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille have?
The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille currently has 0 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille about?
In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the tumultuous events leading up to the iconic storming of the Bastille and the forced relocation of Louis XVI from Versailles to Paris. Carlyles unique...
How often does The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille release new episodes?
The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille is no longer actively publishing new episodes, but the existing catalog remains available.
Where can I listen to The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille?
You can listen to The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening.
Who hosts The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille?
The French Revolution Volume 1 - The Bastille is created and hosted by Thomas Carlyle.
URL copied to clipboard!