DescriptionAnatole France creo una de las grandes novelas, que sobre el fondo de los anos posteriores a la Revolucion Francesa y el desarrollo del Terror, muestra un punto de vista diferente sobre ese hecho historico. El protagonista de la obra, el pintor Evaristo Gamelin, revolucionario ferviente, se ven envuelto en los torbellinos de los hechos y acaba sacrificando en vano su vida. Anatole France wrote one of his greatest novels with a background in the later years of the French Revolution and the development of terror. However it shows a different point of view about that historical event. The protagonist of the work, the painter Gamelin, a fervent revolutionary, ends up sacrificing his life in vain.
DescriptionA Tale of Two Cities, one of Charles Dickens' most popular works, is highly recognized for its opening line, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." The two cities of the title are Paris and London; the time is the height of the French Revolution. From the gripping opening scene of the coach drive to the heroic climax in the shadow of the guillotine, Dickens creates a vivid picture of social turmoil and the unfolding of a dramatic love story.
DescriptionHarry Sandwith, a Westminster boy, becomes a resident at the chateau of a French marquis. After various adventures he accompanies the family to Paris at the height of the French Revolution. Imprisonment and death reduce their number, and Harry finds himself beset by perils with the three young daughters of the house in his charge. After narrow escapes they reach Nantes. There the girls are condemned to death in the coffin ships, but are saved by the unfailing courage of their young protector.
DescriptionFrom the shadows of the great tower, a misshapen man tolls the bells. Amid the haunting recesses of the magnificent cathedral, he peers down upon the city, the Paris where he can never belong. And yet he longs to be among them, longs for the beautiful gypsy dancer whose kindness toward him pierced his heart. The story of a man abandoned by God, only kept alive by the faintest hope of romance, is played against the tragic backdrop of revolution. The St. Charles Players present a unique telling of this classic tale, in a new multi-cast dramatization performed in exciting Radio Theatre style.
DescriptionTravel back in time as Professor Sheehan gives a dramatic illustration of the causes and effects of the French Revolution. Hear about the social conflicts, changes in thinking, and expectations that set the stage for this pivotal upheaval in European history. Professor Sheehan explains the meaning of the words "Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité, " and discusses how these age-old notions remain at the heart of modern political debate.
DescriptionWith swordfights and romance, adventure and treachery set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, this is the book that made Sabatini famous. Andre-Louis Moreau has good prospects as a young lawyer, but an unfair duel with the ruthlessly cruel Count de La Tour d'Azyr leaves Andre-Louis' best friend dead and Andre-Louis himself a fugitive from the King's justice. While incognito, he becomes both a wildly popular actor and a firebrand of the Revolution. His vow to avenge his friend's murder leads him deeper into the political intrigues that surround the Revolution, and to a position of power. But there are secrets to be revealed that will stun all of Paris. One of the best historical romances of all time, Scaramouche was a best seller upon its original publication in the U.S. in 1921.
DescriptionLes Miserables is set in Paris after the French Revolution. In the sewers and back streets we encounter "the wolf-like tread of crime, " and assassination for a few sous is all in a day's work. We weep with the unlucky and heartbroken Fantine, and exult with the heroic revolutionaries of the barricades; but above all we thrill to the steadfast courage and nobility of soul of ex-convict Jean Valjean, always in danger from the relentless pursuit of the diabolical Inspector Javert.
DescriptionIt was the best of times and the worst of times. In one of the most famous openings of any novel, Dickens masterfully presents the turmoil of the French Revolution, which is the backdrop for a novel of love, patience, hope, and self-sacrifice. This version is read by Anton Lesser, whose award-winning Dickens recordings in their abridged form has now resulted in the opportunity to read the full unabridged text. His singular characterizations led to him being chosen by Peter Ackroyd to play Dickens himself in the major TV account of the writer.
