Description

The History of the Paris Commune of 1871 is a book written by Prosper Olivier Lissagaray and published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Paris Commune, a revolutionary socialist government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871. Lissagaray, a participant in the Commune, wrote the book as a first-hand account of the events that took place during this period. The book covers the political and social context of the Commune, including the Franco-Prussian War, the fall of the Second Empire, and the establishment of the Third Republic. The book also describes the internal workings of the Commune, including its political structure, its policies, and its relationship with the national government. Lissagaray provides a detailed analysis of the Commune's economic policies, including its attempts to establish a cooperative economy and its efforts to redistribute wealth. The book also discusses the military aspects of the Commune, including its attempts to defend Paris against the national army and its eventual defeat. Lissagaray provides a vivid account of the fighting in the streets of Paris and the brutal repression that followed the Commune's fall. Overall, The History of the Paris Commune of 1871 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into one of the most significant events in French history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of socialism, revolutionary movements, and the struggle for social justice.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.