Charlemagne's work and the subsequent growth of feudal institutions are next considered.
The breaking up of the feudal system, with the gradual consolidation of the provinces into one kingdom, and the development of the sentiment of nationality, are traced and illustrated.
The growth of the absolutism of the crown, the interesting and important relations of France to America, and the causes of the French Revolution, are fully presented.
The career of Napoleon and its effects on France and Europe are carefully examined.
Finally, a sketch is given of the stages of the historical progress of France in connection with the state of the Republic to-day.
G. W. Knight, Prof. of History, Ohio State University: I do not know another book which, in anything like the same space, conveys for youthful students so good a notion of French events.
A. H. Fetterolf, Pres. of Girard College: I like it very much. It is an excellent book and I trust soon to have it used in Girard College.
Edward G. Bourne, Prof. of History, Adelbert College: I have no hesitation in pronouncing it the best French history of its scope that I have seen. It is clear and accurate, and shows unusual skill in the selection of matter as well as judgment in emphasizing the political significance of events.
The Nation, New York: It is a marked advance on any available work of its scope. The author has shown competent judgment in the choice of his facts and his style is clear and interesting. The proportions are well observed, and the political significance of events is given due prominence in his treatment. So far as we have noticed, unusual accuracy has been achieved.