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1789: the start of the French Revolution (an attempt of the French people to rid themselves of their absolute monarchy). British liberals were excited that the common people were standing up to their oppressors, but they quickly became disillusioned when the revolution became very bloody and its leaders became tyrants themselves. 1793 through 1794: the French Reign of Terror under Robespierre. British liberals lost all hope for true justice and equality in that year. 1804: Napoleon is crowned Emperor. During this whole time, Romantic writers were turning towards nature as an escape from the harsh realities of their world. Nature was someplace where human tyranny did not reign.
Want more information on the French Revolution? French Revolution: The Radical Stage 1792-1794 Ideology of The French Revolution Want more information on Napoleon? Europe and the Superior Being: Napoleon
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