Considérations sur la France
- 252 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Joseph Marie Maistre Books
Joseph de Maistre was an influential lawyer, diplomat, writer, and philosopher, emerging as the most significant spokesman for hierarchical political systems in the post-French Revolution era. He argued that only governments founded upon a Christian constitution, deeply rooted in European customs and institutions, could avert disorder and bloodshed. Maistre advocated for the restoration of hereditary monarchy as a divinely sanctioned institution and emphasized the necessity of papal authority in temporal matters. His work extols monarchy, papal privilege, and divine providence as the guarantors of social order.
The sword and the distaff, or, Fair, fat and forty: a story of the South at the close of the Revolution.
- 598 pages
- 21 hours of reading
Set in the Southern United States at the end of the Revolutionary War, the narrative intertwines themes of love, resilience, and societal change. It explores the lives of its characters, particularly focusing on a strong female protagonist navigating the complexities of her world. The story captures the tension between tradition and progress, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of individuals during a transformative period in American history. Rich in historical detail, it offers a vivid portrayal of life in the South during this era.