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Background to the Revolution: In order to understand the origins of the French Revolution, it is important to first understand what in fact a revolution is and the two main factors which trigger it. A revolution is primarily any change that takes place in the socio-economic and political setup of a country or society, over a relatively short period of time. According to Karl Marx, the nature of a state is simple. It is, he said, ‘but a committee for managing the whole affairs of the bourgeoisie…

The nineteenth century in France was one of the most progressive and transformative eras for literature, science, medicine, architecture, and social and political change. Émile Zola made progressive moves in the second half of the nineteenth century in many ways. Zola was born in 1840, in Paris, he has spend most of his childhood in Aix-en-Provence. Zola lost his father at a young age, just like many of his characters that he would later write about in this novels. He was raised by his mother…

The French Revolution was caused by several factors and had a huge effect on the rest of the world. When Louis XVI took control of France, the country was already in debt from financing the American Revolution. After several bad decisions made by Louis XVI, the idea of rebellion formed. The Third Estate was sick of the present government and demanded a new one. So, they formed an alliance with each other called the National Assembly. When led by Maximilien’s power, ideas of the Enlightenment…

Restaurants are an institution in nearly every country and every culture in the world. The restaurant as we know it today, a place where people come to eat and drink and socialize, is credited to the French Revolution. (Lorri Mealey) Restaurants have often shown concern with patrons’ health, but the focus of concern has varied widely in different eras. In the 18th century the idea that restaurants had a mission to restore health came to this country from France. The legend spread that a…

Over the course of the years, King Tutankhamen’s (also known as King Tut) death has remained a mystery. Many theories have been put forth, but still, the cause of his death is unknown. Some theories suggest that King Tut was murdered while other theories suggest that his death was an accident or an illness. The top three theories are the theory of Aye, the theory of Horemheb, and the theory of natural death. During the reign of Amenhotep IV (also known as Akhenaton), Egypt was catastrophic. The…

Jefferson Davis flees Richmond? Davis leaves his office as word reached him that Robert E Lee retreated in Richmond after Union Generals Ulysses S. Grant and William Sherman tore and set fire to Richmond as they tore up the land. Davis knowing Richmond had no chance, he fled the city. On April 3rd, 1865, war erupted in Richmond. The Union, led by Ulysses Grant and his troops, later joined by Sherman,stomped through the city. They tore apart farms and plantations,they viciously forced citizens…

Rousseau demonstrates his foundationalism by advocating for a government that flows from the means of the “general will” to achieve the end of the “public good.” While Rousseau supports liberty in the form of revolution, he offers stipulations which culminate in his conception of the “general will.” In a sense, Rousseau’s concept of the general will would fall into the category of foundationalist conservatism. Rousseau’s proclamation that “Every legitimate government is republican” demonstrates…

“Mother Tongue” is an essay that is elaborating on exploring the disparate ways in which her mother is defined by others because of her English speaking or “mother tongue.” Mother tongue is the interpretation of the English language person who has not been raised to speak English correctly which has been Amy Tan’s mother. Amy’s mother has not been able to have the opportunity of having the same speaking skills as Amy because her mother has been a Chinese immigrant. Since Amy has had more of the…

One particular debate that has bedeviled humanity since its inception is the question of the nature of human morality. We as humans argue about the source of morality: most religious fundamentalists argue that morality comes from a deity, whereas secularists tend to argue that morality comes from within and is subjective. We also argue about its objectivity, and many will attest that their moral code is a paragon above all others. Morality is a code by which most sane humans live their lives; it…

The 1920s was a quite time to be alive; especially for innovators. Calvin Coolidge was a pro-business president which caused the business industry boom. With the help of President Coolidge, businesses were thriving on competition and successfully mass producing their new products in America. He also pushed for the purchase of all American products which gave more money to our people, which aided American businesses. This gave them more money to create new products; thus creating a successful…