An Historical Sketch of the French Revolution from its Commencement to the Year 1792 (Paperback)

Part I: 1. The author partly espouses Mr. Burke's sentiments; 2. The rise of sovereignty in France; 3. The latter years of the reign of Lewis XV detested and ridiculed; 4. The effects of the American war in France; 5. The difference between England and France briefly stated; 6. The factions classed in three great divisions; 7. The first open act of violence committed in Paris; 8. Conclusion of the king's speech at the opening of the States-General; 9. All government at an end in the city of Paris; 10. The Bastille taken by storm; 11. Reflections on the distressing situation of the queen of France; 12. The National Assembly alarmed at these horrid excesses; 13. All titles existing in France abolished for ever; 14. The oaths taken by the king, people, and army; Appendix; Part II: 15. Remarks on the National Assembly; 16. The royal family treated as criminals; 17. The Assembly dissolved; 18. Remarks on the new Republic of America; Appendix.