This book provides students and general readers with an introduction to revolutionary France whilst also presenting a clear argument to explain the events of the period. <br><ul><br><li>Provides students and general readers with an introduction to revolutionary France . <br><li>Also presents a clear argument to explain the events of the period. <br><li>Argues that the French Revolution encountered resistance from the poor as well as the privileged. <br><li>Includes substantial discussion of society and government under Napoleon. <br><li>Contextualizing material in each chapter aids students new to the topic.</li></ul>