Global Ramifications of the French Revolution [Paperback]

Essays on the French Revolution's historical and ongoing impact in different parts of the world.This collection of essays is the first to examine the impact of the French Revolution. The legacy of the French Revolution extends far beyond the borders of France or even Europe-the ramifications of the Revolution of 1789 are truly global and continue to have an impact today.This collection of essays is the first to examine the impact of the French Revolution. The legacy of the French Revolution extends far beyond the borders of France or even Europe-the ramifications of the Revolution of 1789 are truly global and continue to have an impact today.This collection of essays is the first to examine the impact of the French Revolution. The legacy of the French Revolution extends far beyond the borders of France or even Europe-the ramifications of the Revolution of 1789 are truly global and continue to have an impact today. Although the French Revolution was a response to purely domestic concerns, it was immediately noted at the time by observers and many participants that its ideals were universal in scope and that its message traveled well. As a model for both discourse and action, it helped usher in a new age, one we still live in today, of nationalism, constitutional government, mass politics, citizen armies, and popular sovereignty. Twelve authorities analyze the historical and ongoing impact of the French Revolution on American political culture, nationalism and freedom in Eastern Europe, Russian intellectual life, colonial bondage, Middle East politics, the Mexican Revolution, and Chinese socialism.Foreword; Introduction Joseph Klaits and Michael H. Haltzel; 1. The French Revolution after two hundred years Jack Censer; 2. The French Revolution and the creation of American political culture Lloyd S. Kramer; 3. The French Revolution in relation to Poland and East-Central Europe Jerzy W. Borejsza; 4. The French Revolution in Russian intellectual life, 17891922 Dmitry ShllÓÓ