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750 BCE
The Iliad
"The Iliad" is an ancient Greek epic poem written by a poet named Homer. This epic poem is considered to be the earliest work in the whole Western literary tradition and one of the greatest love stories of all time. "The Iliad" recounts some of the more significant events of the Greek siege of the city of Troy and the final weeks of the Trojan War. This book conveys themes of glory and fate, and has provided story lines for other Greek, Roman and Renaissance writing pieces. -
Charles-Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu
Charles-Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu, often referred to as Montesquieu, was a political philosopher and Western literature write, during the age of the Enlightenment. He is famous for his theory for the separation of powers, which is used in several constitutions throughout the world today. He has aslo written a book called "The Persian Letters" which is an example on Western literature. -
The Persian Letters
(not exact date;but the exact year)"The Persian Letters" is a book by Charles de Secondat, baron de Montesquieu written in 1721. This book recounts the experiences of two Persian noblemen, Usbek and Rica travelling through France. "The Persian Letters" is a fine example of Western literature, written by Montesqieu. -
The Social Contract
(not exact date; but the exact year) The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, is a book in which Rousseau theorized about the best way to create a political community in the face of the problems of society. The Social Contract helped inspire political reforms or revolutions all across Europe, such as the French Revolution. -
The Jacobin Club
(not exact date;but exact year) The Jacobin Club was the most famous and influential club of the French Revolution. The Jacobins dominated the country. Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Social Contract writer, was apart of the Jacobin Club. -
French Revolution
The French Revolution was a period of social and political upheaval in France that lasted from 1789 until 1799. The Revolution overthrew the monarchy, established a republic, and experienced violent periods of political turmoil. Through liberal and radical ideas the Revolution altered the course of modern history. -
The Women's March on Versailles
The Women's March on Versailles was one of the earliest and most significant events of the French Revolution.On the morning of October 5th, 1789, the women in the market places of Paris were very angry over the high price and scarcity of bread. The market women grew into a very large mob of thousands. The women obtained weapons and marched to the Palace of Versailles and demanded to see the king. These events led to the end of the king's independence and symbolized a new balance of power.
