Hippolyte Taine

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The French Revolution (Vol.1-3) (eBook, ePUB)

Complete Edition: The Origins of Contemporary France

Übersetzer: Durand, John

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Hippolyte Taine's "The French Revolution" is a profound and meticulous analysis of one of history's most significant upheavals, intricately examining the socio-cultural and political factors that fueled this tumultuous period. Written in a clear yet erudite style, Taine employs a narrative that blends empirical observation with philosophical inquiry, capturing the complexity of revolutionary fervor and its pervasive impact on French society. The three-volume work serves not only as a historical recounting but also as a critique of the ideological underpinnings of the revolution, embodying the intellectual currents of the 19th century that sought to understand historical movements through a lens of determinism and empiricism. Taine, a prominent figure in the development of 19th-century historiography, imbibed influences from French positivism and the prevailing currents of elitism in political thought. His extensive education and experience in various academic fields, including philosophy and literature, provided him with a multifaceted perspective that he deftly applied to the examination of the French Revolution. His intent was not merely to narrate events but to delve into the psychological and social motivations driving the revolutionaries, reflecting his belief in the interconnectedness of culture and history. Readers seeking a deep and nuanced understanding of the French Revolution will find Taine's work indispensable. With its rich insights and scholarly rigor, "The French Revolution" offers valuable lessons on the complexities of human society and the often tumultuous path toward political change, making it a timeless study for scholars, students, and anyone intrigued by the forces that shape our world.

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Hippolyte Taine (1828-1893) was a French critic and historian, whose works exerted a profound influence on the development of historical and literary methodology in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Vouziers, Taine was educated at the École Normale Supérieure in Paris, where he was deeply affected by the philosophy of positivism, which infused his approach to history. He is best known for his three-volume work 'The French Revolution' (1876-1885), which offers a detailed and vivid account of this tumultuous period. Taine's historiography is characterized by his deterministic view of history, which he attributed to the interplay of race, milieu, and moment ('la race, le milieu, et le moment'), a concept that was groundbreaking at the time. His rigorous application of scientific methods to the study of human events and centralization on the importance of external factors in shaping historical outcomes marked a departure from the more narrative-based and individual-centric histories of his predecessors. Taine's literary style combined critical analysis with narrative, blending his rich, descriptive language with insightful examinations of socio-political phenomena. While Taine's methodological contributions have been surpassed by later historiographical trends, his legacy as a pioneer in historic-cultural analysis remains influential. His works continue to be referenced by scholars interested in the philosophical underpinnings of historiography and the evolution of historical writing.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 1517
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547719465
• Artikelnr.: 69354522