FATAL PURITY: ROBESPIERRE AND THE FRENCH REVOLUTION
Book • 2006
Fatal Purity by Ruth Scurr delves into the life of Maximilien Robespierre, tracing his evolution from a provincial lawyer to a key figure in the French Revolution.
The book explores his contradictions, from being a passionate advocate for reform to becoming a leader during the Reign of Terror.
Scurr provides a nuanced portrayal of Robespierre's complex character and his impact on the Revolution.
The book explores his contradictions, from being a passionate advocate for reform to becoming a leader during the Reign of Terror.
Scurr provides a nuanced portrayal of Robespierre's complex character and his impact on the Revolution.
