Daniel Guérin's investigation - the volume displayed here deals with the struggle of the bourgeoisie on their path to power against the "bras nus" - against the "bras nus," whom the bourgeoisie simultaneously relied upon to establish their power. In his account of the events, Guérin criticizes, among other things, the widespread belief that Robespierre acted as a staunch defender of the bras nus. Furthermore, Guérin extensively addresses the issue of class struggle in the countryside and the revolutionary role of the poor peasants.