A vivid narrative history of France after the fall of Napoleon, including the July revolution of 1830 which put Louis Philippe d'Orleans on the throne (and is the backdrop to "Les Miserables") and up to the second revolution of 1848 which saw him exiled once more. A fascinating account of a less well-known aspect of French history, bringing its instability, political intrigue and extraordinary characters to life. 8pp colour, 16pp b/w plates.