French Revolution

Works set during or inspired by the French Revolution.

Articles with this tag: 5 Updated: August 23, 2026

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A Tale of Two Cities — novel by Charles Dickens A Tale of Two Cities Charles Dickens's 1859 historical novel set in London and Paris during the French Revolution, exploring sacrifice, resurrection and social injustice through intertwined lives.

Andrea Chénier (Giordano) — Italian verismo opera Andrea Chénier Andrea Chénier is a four-act Italian verismo opera by Umberto Giordano with a libretto by Luigi Illica. Premiered at La Scala in 1896, it dramatizes the fate of the poet André Chén…

Charlotte Corday (Marie‑Anne Charlotte de Corday d'Armont) Charlotte Corday French revolutionary figure who assassinated Jean‑Paul Marat in 1793; executed soon after. Associated with the Girondin cause and remembered through art, literature, and political…

Departments of France: structure, history, and role in local administration

Departments of France: structure, history, and role in local administration Departments of France An overview of France's départements: their origin, structure, functions, relationship to regions, and notable features including prefectures and overseas departments.

List of French monarchs Comprehensive overview of rulers who bore the titles King of the Franks, King of France, King of the French or Emperor of the French, their dynasties, title changes and periods of…