The Girondin (1914) - Hilaire Belloc - Bog

The Girondin is a historical novel written by Hilaire Belloc and originally published in 1914. The novel is set during the French Revolution and follows the story of a young aristocrat named Gaston de Bonneville, who becomes involved with the Girondin political faction. The Girondins were a group of moderate republicans who opposed the radical Jacobin faction led by Robespierre. As Gaston becomes more involved with the Girondins, he becomes embroiled in the political turmoil of the time, including the Reign of Terror and the fall of the Girondin faction. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for political power during a time of great upheaval in French history. Belloc's writing style is known for its vivid descriptions and historical accuracy, and The Girondin is no exception. The novel provides a detailed portrayal of life during the French Revolution, including the social and political tensions that led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the rise of the republic. Overall, The Girondin is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into one of the most turbulent periods in French history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the French Revolution, political history, or historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.