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A People's History of the French Revolution
Ever notice how history books love to chat about kings, generals, and fancy speeches, but somehow forget the folks who actually lived through the chaos? Eric Hazan’s take on the French Revolution flips the script, spotlighting the peasants, workers, and everyday rebels who got their hands dirty. Spoiler: it wasn’t just about guillotines and grand speeches—it was messy, driven, and deeply human.
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