The Monarchy According to the Charter (1816)

The Monarchy According To The Charter is a historical book written by Francois Rene de Chateaubriand in 1816. The book is a detailed analysis of the French monarchy and its evolution from the medieval period to the present day. It explores the various forms of government that have existed in France and the role of the monarchy in shaping the country’s history.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific period in French history. Chateaubriand begins with a discussion of the feudal system and the rise of the monarchy in the Middle Ages. He then moves on to the Renaissance and the reign of Louis XIV, which he considers to be the pinnacle of French monarchy.The book also covers the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic era, which saw the downfall of the monarchy and the rise of a republic. Chateaubriand argues that the monarchy was essential to France’s stability and prosperity, and that the republic was a failed experiment.The final section of the book discusses the restoration of the monarchy in 1814, following Napoleon’s defeat. Chateaubriand praises the Charter of 1814, which established a constitutional monarchy in France and gave the people a voice in government.Overall, The Monarchy According To The Charter is a comprehensive analysis of French history and the role of the monarchy in shaping the country’s destiny. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, politics, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.