13 - Popular History of France from the Earliest Times by Francois Pierre Guillaume Guizot

25/09/2025 29 min
13 - Popular History of France from the Earliest Times by Francois Pierre Guillaume Guizot

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Episode Synopsis

Discover the captivating narrative of Frances history through the eyes of Franois Pierre Guillaume Guizot, a prominent historian, orator, and statesman. A key player in French politics before the Revolution of 1848, Guizot fiercely opposed the reactionary King Charles X and later served under the citizen king, Louis Philippe, holding influential roles such as Minister of Education, ambassador to London, and Prime Minister. His Popular History of France offers an engaging and accessible English translation that breathes life into the rich tapestry of Frances past. (Summary from Wikipedia with additions by Karen Merline)

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