Defining the Concept of Revolution

Recent theorists have put forward their definition of a revolution but there does not seem to be a clear concise description. Do protests or demonstrations, the toppling of a president, uprisings and changes in government constitute a revolution? I will explore these different approaches from the theorists and then show which I believe to be a ‘successful revolution’ going back as far as the French Revolution. Revolution refers to a central change in power or governmental structure that takes place

The French Revolution was a radical social and political upheaval in France that took place from 1789 until 1799. It was partially carried forward by Napoleon Bonaparte when he later became the Emperor of France. This period in history has major historical forces that had great influence on not only the lives during that period, but also the modern world. Issues about citizenship, sovereignty, and slavery were raised by the French Revolution. These debates soon enhanced modern political Ideologies

the scene is a defining moment in the revolution because it is the instant when the discourse changes and the people stand together to fight a repressive system that favors class inequality. The still shows the difference between the people of the Capitol and the people of District Twelve. The difference in class is clear when looking at the still and the way that they dress. The colors of the people in district twelve are dull and plain, while Effie is bright and shiny. The concept of class portrayed

society, the underlying social issues in regards to members of a specific class; the concealed feelings of the lower class in relation to their social standing within society, consequently forms a class consciousness therefore determining a social revolution. Marxism being a conflict theory primarily focuses on class and its meaning within society. Having read historiographies around this topic, it has also compelled me to reflect upon what the theory advocates; why a society that embodies classes will

In, “Abraham Lincoln and the Second American Revolution”, James M. McPherson analyzes the Civil War and how Lincoln played a role in affecting the outcome and development of the war. McPherson not only portrays Lincoln’s role, but also his strategy and ability to unite a nation that was on the verge of collapsing. A revolution should be defined as a change in government or social norms, which is why the Civil War was revolutionary, because it was not only an overthrow of slavery, but it was also

The French Revolution produced many changes both in France and in Europe as a whole. The most evident change brought by the French Revolution was the move from absolutism to republicanism that represents a shift towards democracy. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen, which was announced in 1789, was arguably the foundations of the human rights and many constitutions in democratic countries like the Britain and America. The concept is based on the “natural rights” that were established

Lenin’s manuscript, State and Revolution, was written during the first inter-imperialist war and published on the eve of the Russian Revolution. This text can be seen as crucial to the socialist movement and the shift of 20th century Russian ideology. The whole of Lenin’s argument is a manifestation of Marx and Engels theories about the existence of the State and the role of government in society. State and Revolution is a purportedly theoretical reflection of how the State is an inherent tool for

books, scientific discovery and revolution. The Enlightenment Era directly influenced the French and the American revolutions which respectively led to the peak of its influence and its decline. More importantly, the Enlightenment paved way for what came to be referred to as Romanticism in the 19th century (Wade 155). The 17th century pioneers included the Frenchman Renee Descartes and, Englishmen Thomas Hobbes and Francis Bacon. Nevertheless, the French revolution was greatly influenced by the works

Under the subtitle “The Politics of Inflation (p.224)” The Revolution also considered low inflation by controlling price increases on things such as households. The Revolution also used high inflation when putting a large sum of money into the economy which increased prices of goods by extreme amounts, making the money worthless. Only those who could afford it could

Forcing change can mean anything from complete overthrow to power sharing to policy shifts. If it means overthrow, then the phrase is superfluous because that concept was already stated in the definition. Thus the additional wording adds no value. It only adds confusion. If forcing change means power sharing or policy concessions, but the constituted government is allowed to remain in existence, then you have terrorism