Literary notes about Insurrection (AI summary)
The word "insurrection" in literature serves both as a descriptor of concrete political revolts and a potent metaphor for inner or societal upheaval. It frequently appears in historical narratives that recount actual rebellions—illustrated by detailed accounts of uprisings and military actions ([1], [2], [3])—while also evoking a sense of intense, often chaotic passion in the human spirit, as when popular tumult is compared to natural forces ([4], [5], [6]). Authors use the term to denote not merely physical revolt but also the underlying drive to challenge and transform entrenched power structures, blending literal and figurative dimensions ([7], [8], [9], [10]). This multifaceted usage enriches literary works by reflecting both the tangible realities of historical conflict and the abstract energies of rebellion.
- He had taken part in that disastrous insurrection.
— from The History of a Crime by Victor Hugo - The West Saxons under Cuthred threw off the Mercian yoke in the insurrection which culminated in the battle of Burford ( v. V. 23, p. 380 , note 9).
— from Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England by Saint the Venerable Bede - May 2nd.—Murat subdues insurrection at Madrid.
— from Napoleon's Letters to Josephine, 1796-1812 by Emperor of the French Napoleon I - In the beginning, the insurrection is a riot, just as a river is a torrent.
— from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo - The invisible police of the insurrection were on the watch everywhere, and maintained order, that is to say, night.
— from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo - Insurrection is a fit of rage on the part of truth; the pavements which the uprising disturbs give forth the spark of right.
— from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo - Perhaps I have been too active in stirring up the insurrection!
— from Pan Tadeusz; or, The last foray in Lithuania by Adam Mickiewicz - The passage of that resolution would have prevented the Philippine Insurrection.
— from The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 by James H. Blount - But every insurrection, which aims at a government or a régime, aims higher.
— from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo - Are there not cases where insurrection rises to the dignity of duty?
— from Les Misérables by Victor Hugo
