The A to Z of the French Revolution describes significant persons places and events encounters and battles that substantially changed the nature of warfare at the end of the 18th century in Europe. Additionally it gives a sense of the impact of these changes on the general course of human history drawing connections between events to map out an entire time period of eventful change. The Dictionary contains a detailed chronology from the declaration of the French Republic in 1792 to the Treaty of Amiens in 1802. Numerous maps help to orient the reader. The entries are efficient and generously referenced giving the reader detailed knowledge while simultaneously allowing a broad picture of this crucial time period. An introduction provides a useful overview for the general reader.