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A Short History of France

By Mary Platt Parmele
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A concise chronological survey traces the nation from ancient Gaul and Roman conquest through the spread of Christianity, the Frankish ascendancy and Charlemagne's empire, and the feudal order that followed. It treats medieval institutions, the crusades, the Hundred Years' War and figures such as Joan of Arc, then moves through Renaissance and Reformation tensions, the Wars of Religion, and Bourbon absolutism under Louis XIV. The narrative follows fiscal and social strains that culminate in revolutionary upheaval, the rise and fall of Napoleon, and the subsequent restoration, emphasizing political developments, institutional change, and the social forces shaping each era.

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Mary Platt Parmele

Mary Platt Parmele was an American author and historian known for her concise historical overviews of various nations. Her works, including "A Short History of England, Ireland and Scotland" and "The Evolution of an Empire: A Brief Historical Sketch of England," reflect her ability to distill complex historical narratives into accessible formats. Parmele's writings often serve as introductory texts for readers seeking to understand the historical contexts of England, France, Germany, Russia, and Spain. Through her engaging prose, she contributed to the popularization of history in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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