French Revolution: Faith, Desire and Politics, The
Book Description
This compelling exploration of the French Revolution reveals how deeply spiritual and intimate concerns shaped one of history's most transformative periods. Rather than focusing solely on political upheaval, Noah Shusterman illuminates the profound ways that faith, sexuality, and moral questions influenced revolutionary events from 1789 through the Directory era.
The book demonstrates how religious beliefs and attitudes toward gender permeated every aspect of revolutionary life. From scandalous pamphlets targeting Queen Marie-Antoinette to the strict moral code embraced by Maximilien Robespierre, these intimate concerns drove public actions and private decisions alike. Revolutionary catechisms taught to children and the fierce opposition of underground priests in rural areas show how spiritual convictions became battlegrounds for competing visions of society.
Shusterman presents a fresh perspective on this pivotal moment when humanity displayed both its highest aspirations and darkest impulses. The Revolution transformed not just political structures but the very fabric of how people understood morality, faith, and human relationships. By examining these often-overlooked dimensions, readers gain insight into how spiritual and personal values intersect with social change.
This approach offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking to understand how deeply held beliefs shape collective action and personal transformation during times of profound upheaval.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 288 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Franska revolutionen 1789-1799
- ✓ Explore Historia
- ✓ Explore Französische Revolution
- ✓ Explore Katolicism
- ✓ Explore War
- ✓ Explore Sex role
- ✓ Explore Religiösa aspekter
- ✓ Explore Kyrkohistoria
