Louis Philippe

Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.3

Word count: 424K words
Chapters: 43

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971, and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today. Louis Philippe by John S. C. Abbott. Author: Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805–1877. Language: English. Class: DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco. Release Date: February 26, 2009.

Editor's review

This is the Project Gutenberg electronic edition of the biography of Louis Philippe by the 19th-century American writer John S. C. Abbott. Abbott was known for popular history written for a general audience, and this biography follows Louis Philippe from exile and accession to his abdication in 1848, while also tracing the political landscape of the Bourbon Restoration and the July Monarchy after the French Revolution. For Chinese readers, its value lies not in the latest scholarly conclusions but in offering a sample of how the 19th-century English-speaking world understood this "citizen king": the narrative is clear, the characterization carries moral judgment, and it works well as an introductory reading on the July Monarchy or alongside a general history of France. One caveat: the original is an old public-domain English work, and its historical viewpoint and materials are limited by its era, so specific facts should be checked against modern research before citation. The electronic edition is free and portable, suitable for reading in spare moments or as supplementary material for topical reading.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General readers interested in modern French history and the July Monarchy
Learners who need English popular history for reading practice
Students preparing topical reports on French history who want introductory narrative material
History enthusiasts who enjoy 19th-century biographical writing

Not a good fit for

Professional researchers who need the latest scholarship and rigorous source criticism
Readers who want a Chinese translation and prefer not to read the English original
Readers with no interest in dynastic politics or biography

Reading tips

Read a brief timeline from the French Revolution to 1848 before starting the main text; the relationships will be clearer.
Read this book alongside a modern general history of France, and note the old work's moral judgments and selection of sources.
After each chapter, jot down a few sentences on key events and the author's stance to help review the rise and fall of the July Monarchy.
The English original can be read chapter by chapter; look up historical proper names before continuing to avoid misunderstandings.

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FAQ

Is this book suitable for readers with no background in French history?

It is readable, but it is best to first review a brief timeline from the French Revolution to 1848. The narrative is accessible, yet it assumes some familiarity with dynastic change and parliamentary politics; complete beginners may lose track of names and factions. Reading it alongside a general history works better.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

It is a free public-domain electronic book based on an early English original, easy to access and available offline. It usually has no modern annotations or scholarly introduction and the formatting is plain; readers need to verify historical facts themselves and keep in mind the old work's period standpoint.

What aspects of the July Monarchy can be learned from this biography?

Mainly Louis Philippe's personal experience of exile and rule, and the key turning points of dynastic politics as the author saw them. Its analysis of institutions, the economy, and social structure is limited, so it is better as an introduction to the personal storyline than as a comprehensive study of the July Monarchy.

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About the author

Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 Author

John S. C. Abbott (1805–1877) was a nineteenth-century American writer of history known for popular biographies and narrative histories. Our catalog holds thirty of his works, covering subjects such as King Philip, Madame Roland, John Paul Jones, Daniel Boone: The Pioneer of Kentucky, Peter Stuyvesant, George Washington, the French Revolution, and the buccaneers of the Caribbean. He typically presented lives and their historical settings in a lively, readable style, turning history into engaging story, and he had some influence in bringing history to a general readership. His works are often grouped under inspirational and personal-growth reading, suited to readers seeking lessons from the lives of notable figures. Public information about him is limited, and details of his life and scholarly assessment require further verification.