The State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789

Alexis de Tocqueville, a man of astute intellect and profound insight into the social fabric of societies, was born on July 29, 1805, in Paris, France. Coming from a noble family with ties to the old monarchy, Tocqueville was situated in a perfect position to observe the dynamics of power and class in his society. Having studied law, he embarked on a significant journey to the United States in 183...