Mémoires pour servir à l'Histoire de mon temps (Tome 2)

About this book

"Mémoires pour servir à l'Histoire de mon temps (Tome 2)" by François Guizot is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses on the events surrounding the Revolution of 1830 in France, documenting the political turbulence of the time and Guizot's personal experiences and insights as a political participant and minister. Through this memoir, Guizot provides detailed observations on the shifting loyalties and ideologies that characterized this tumultuous period in French history. The opening of the book introduces the author's arrival in Paris amidst the upheaval of the July Revolution of 1830, which marked the end of Charles X's reign. Guizot describes the chaos and fervor that enveloped the city as various factions expressed their desires for change, showcasing the atmosphere of uncertainty and urgency. He details his involvement in parliamentary gatherings where discussions revolved around resisting the monarchy and potentially appointing Louis-Philippe as a new leader. Guizot reflects on the state of political minds at the time, the calls for revolutionary change versus constitutional order, and his evolving role in the government, setting the stage for the complexities of the new regime that would emerge from these historic events.