The Permanent Revolution: The French Revolution and Its Legacy, 1789-1989

Eight scholars examine the ways in which the French Revolution has continued to work upon the French experience and the world community. The contributors deal with the legacy of the revolution and its impact on the nation-state, the practice of nationalism, the pursuit of human rights, the conduct of war, and the way people practice revolution or criticize it. Paper edition ($10.95; 0-226-04428-9) available. Acidic paper (from the UK). Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR