Festivals And The French Revolution by Mona Ozouf
The Invention of a Republican Festival
This insightful work delves into the transformative power of festivals during the French Revolution, exploring how these public celebrations were used as tools for political and social change. By examining the symbolic and performative aspects of these events, the book reveals how revolutionary leaders sought to reshape national identity and promote civic values through orchestrated spectacles. It highlights the intricate relationship between culture and politics, illustrating how festivals became a means to unify the populace, legitimize the new regime, and foster a collective revolutionary spirit in a time of profound upheaval.
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- 1988
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