Des postes en général, et particulièrement en France by Charles Bernède
"Des postes en général, et particulièrement en France" by Charles Bernède is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the origins, development, and significance of postal systems, with a special emphasis on France. It is structured as a scholarly essay, aiming to trace the evolution of postal services from ancient times to their organization and impact in French society. The central theme is the role of postal
communication as a foundational element of social, political, and economic life. The opening of this work begins with a reflective introduction on the vital importance of poste (postal systems) to the functioning of both private and public life, highlighting how correspondence links individuals, families, rulers, and entire nations. Bernède emphasizes the connective power of the post in spreading knowledge, fostering relationships, and maintaining social cohesion. Following the preface, the text offers a detailed historical survey, beginning with the ancient methods of transmitting messages—such as signs, signals, messengers, and carrier pigeons—before describing the advancements introduced by major civilizations like the Persians and Romans. The narrative then transitions to the reestablishment and progression of postal systems in France, from Charlemagne’s initial efforts to Louis XI’s formal founding of a state postal service, emphasizing the evolving practicality and necessity of communication networks through the centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bernède, Charles |
|---|---|
| Title | Des postes en général, et particulièrement en France |
| Original Publication | Paris: Librairie de Raynal, 1826. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Laurent Vogel, Adrian Mastronardi, The Philatelic Digital Library Project and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | HE: Social sciences: Transportation and communications |
| Subject | Postal service |
| Subject | Postal service -- France |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75801 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 324 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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