Discours Civiques de Danton

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Discours Civiques de Danton

by Georges Jacques Danton

FR·~5 hours

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Step into the tumultuous world of the French Revolution through the voice of one of its most charismatic speakers. These speeches capture the raw urgency of a nation on the brink, as the orator rallies citizens around ideas of civic duty, liberty, and the defense of the Republic. From calls for justice in the trial of a king to passionate pleas for religious tolerance, each address reflects the immediacy of the moment and the fierce debates that shaped a new France. Listeners will hear the blend of political theory and street‑level fervor that made his words resonate far beyond the halls of power.

The collection offers a window into the daily crises of 1791‑1794—food shortages, foreign wars, and internal conspiracies—presented in vivid, impassioned language. As the speaker confronts rivals, defends revolutionary tribunals, and argues for education and equality, the listener gains insight into the competing visions that tore the era apart. Though rooted in a specific historic flashpoint, the themes of civic responsibility and the struggle to balance liberty with security remain strikingly relevant today.

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Language

fr

Duration

~5 hours (331K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-10-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Georges Jacques Danton

Georges Jacques Danton

1759–1794

A towering voice of the French Revolution, he rose from the law courts to the center of Paris politics with a reputation for bold speeches, fierce energy, and dramatic courage. His life moved quickly from revolutionary triumph to the guillotine, making him one of the era's most unforgettable figures.

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