Essai d'Introduction à l'Histoire Généalogique by Oscar de Poli
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| Author | Poli, Oscar de (Philippe François Joseph), 1838-1908 |
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| Title | Essai d'Introduction à l'Histoire Généalogique |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Essai d'Introduction à l'Histoire Généalogique" by Oscar de Poli is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an introduction to the complexities of genealogical history, focusing on the evolution and challenges faced by the French nobility over time. It provides insight into themes of social hierarchy, the virtues of nobility, and the historical significance of ancestral lineage. The opening of the essay sets a reflective tone, presenting the author's intention to address the historical misrepresentations of the French nobility. It introduces the idea that nobility was never a closed caste but rather a legacy enriched by merit and virtue. The author mentions the prophets of France's past, contrasting the nobility’s long-standing responsibilities and sacrifices with the rise of revolutionary sentiments that sought to erase social distinctions. Through this lens, the opening portion establishes a framework for understanding the nuanced and often romanticized views of nobility, foreshadowing a more in-depth exploration of its historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | CS: History: Genealogy |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- Civilization |
| Subject | France -- Genealogy |
| Subject | Nobility -- France |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40530 |
| Release Date | Aug 18, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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