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The History of Revolutionary Ideas: French Revolution 1: Sieyès

Past Present Future

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Sieyès: The Theorist of Revolution and Authoritarianism

This chapter explores the complexities of Emmanuel Sieyès' role during the French Revolution, analyzing his navigation of political upheaval and his influence on the rise of Napoleon. It highlights the tensions between his revolutionary ideals and the eventual establishment of an authoritarian regime, questioning the feasibility of his vision for France's governance.

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