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European civilization in the 27 years from 1789 to 1815 belonged to Napoleon's century. Napoleon was an unprecedented dictator, but paradoxically, he devoted his life to seeking order for France after the liberal riots. After his death, he once again became a son of the revolution, an enemy of absolutism and aristocracy, a symbol of the riots, and a moderate spokesman who constantly demanded freedom. Hegel believed that he was a world force with the meaning of transforming fragmentation into wholeness and chaos into profoundness. This zeitgeist is necessary to maintain order and end individualism, abuse of freedom and broken rule. From this perspective, Napoleon was a progressive force. Europe moved forward for half a century under his 15-year rule.

"Rousseau's Revolution" is the 10th volume of the "The Story of Civilization" series of "Utopia Classics Hall". Rousseau was the direct ideological promoter of the French Revolution. He created nothing but burned everything. "Rousseau and the Revolution" depicts a panoramic view of Europe from the "Seven Years' War" to the French Revolution. With Rousseau as the central figure, Durant vividly narrates the growth of intellectuals, the transformation of moral concepts and social order, the rise and fall of autocratic rule, the disenchantment of religion and the emergence of democracy in the 18th century. At the same time, he provides biographies of countless brilliant figures who emerged in this era. With his extensive historical knowledge and powerful writing, Durant weaves a complex tapestry of great eras and outstanding figures.

This book is in response to Xi Jinping's call to remember the lessons of history. It is recommended by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection as the "First Book of the New Year in 2015" and is the latest recommendation by Wang Qishan! No. 1 On the "China News and Publishing News" outstanding best-seller list! The American Pulitzer Prize winner's classic classic condenses unique insights into historical lessons! This book is the representative work of the famous American scholar and "Pulitzer Prize" winner Will Durant and his wife Ariel Durant. "The Lessons of History" condenses the essence of the 11 volumes of "History of World Civilizations". Through succinct outlines, it outlines the relationship between history and all aspects of human life. It explains in detail the role played by geographical conditions, economic conditions, racial superiority and inferiority, human nature, religious activities, socialism, government, war, morality, laws of rise and decline, and biological evolution in history. It also summarizes the huge spiritual legacy that history has left to people. These spiritual heritages provide inspiration and warning to the Chinese people in the process of reform, allowing them to face the present and the future more wisely.