About the book: year / "The revolutionary upheavals and wars of the empire have passed, giving way to general fatigue during the reign of Louis XVIII. At this time, a new generation appeared on the scene, which, with rare passion, devoted itself to the cause of higher culture, which had been forgotten for so long. During the era of revolution and Napoleonic rule, young people had other things on their hands besides concerns about the revival of literature and art of their country. The best forces of the nation were diverted into the spheres of politics, military service and administration. Now an abundant supply of them has become free again. The period of restoration and the July Monarchy can be characterized as the period of the emergence of the bourgeoisie in the historical field. The industrial era begins…»