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A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795, Complete / Described in a Series of Letters from an English Lady: with General and Incidental Remarks on the French Character and Manners

By Charlotte Biggs
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An Englishwoman's letters record her residence and travels in France amid revolutionary upheaval, offering travel impressions, social observation, and candid reportage of daily life. She describes monetary chaos and barter caused by depreciated paper currency, religious and political tensions over clergy oaths, popular reactions in towns and markets, the sale and purchase of land as many proprietors emigrate, and encounters with local customs, officials, and prisons. The correspondence mixes vivid local anecdotes with reflective commentary on character, manners, and the practical consequences of political change for rural and urban inhabitants.

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Charlotte Biggs

Charlotte Biggs was an English author known for her insightful letters detailing her experiences in France during the tumultuous years of the French Revolution. Her notable work, "A Residence in France During the Years 1792, 1793, 1794 and 1795," is a collection of letters that provides a unique perspective on French society and culture during this period. Through her correspondence, Biggs offers general and incidental remarks on the French character and manners, making her writings valuable for understanding the historical context of the time. Her contributions to literature reflect a keen observation of the social and political changes occurring in France.

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