Collection complète des oeuvres de l'Abbé de Mably, Volume 2 (of 15) by Mably
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Mably, Gabriel Bonnot de, 1709-1785
French
"Collection complète des oeuvres de l'Abbé de Mably, Volume 2" by Mably is a collection of philosophical and historical works written during the late 18th century. This volume focuses on the author's observations regarding French history, particularly the feudal system, the relationships between lords and vassals, and various sociopolitical structu...
beginning of this volume introduces the complex dynamics of feudal obligations between suzerains and vassals, detailing the lack of uniformity in service and the varying degrees of loyalty that vassals displayed based on their circumstances. Mably examines the legal and moral expectations placed on both parties, highlighting how mutual respect, as well as the threats of betrayal and penalty, were foundational to the feudal order. Through this analysis, the author sets the stage for a critical exploration of the historical inadequacies and irrationalities of the feudal system in France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jennifer Smith
2 weeks agoI needed a solid reference and the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. Time very well spent.
Logan Johnson
4 months agoThis stood out immediately because the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. One of the best books I've read this year.
Mark Lopez
1 month agoMake no mistake, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. This turned out to be a great decision.
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John Baker
3 weeks agoThis immediately felt different because the style is confident yet approachable. I couldn't put it down until the very end.