Mark Sidwell

The War of the Camisards (1702–1704)

History & Biography

“Stephen Davis’s book effectively uses history as a launching point for exploring current issues, such as dissent and the limits of resistance. It offers a creditably complete analysis in a relatively slender volume. The book helpfully presents to English-speaking readers a story that was previously available mostly in French. The work is sympathetic and understanding of the Camisard situation but not uncritical of their actions. It is a fine introduction to the topic.”