Even if you've never had the slightest interest in the personalities of the men who were the driving force behind the French Revolution, give this book a try for its slants on human nature. If this does grab you - then make plans to buy it.
Extract
'I am tired of pleasing you and placating Robespierre and running between the two of you ... and your monstrous, arrogant self-conceits.' 'In that case' Danton said, 'your use for the future is very limited, very limited indeed.'
