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.)
Carol Miller
5 months agoI wasn’t planning to read this, yet the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. A solid resource I will return to often.
Linda Johnson
6 days agoI needed a solid reference and the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Jackson Robinson
3 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Christopher Harris
3 months agoFrom a reader’s standpoint, the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. Truly inspiring.
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Melissa Wright
5 months agoOnce I started reading, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. A solid resource I will return to often.