Histoire d'Attila et de ses successeurs (2/2) by Amédée Thierry

"Histoire d'Attila et de ses successeurs" by Amédée Thierry is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the legacy of Attila the Hun, focusing on the subsequent rise of the Avars and their impact on Europe until the establishment of the Hungarians. Reflecting on the interplay between ancient peoples and empires, the text illustrates the complexities of power dynamics in the post-Attila era. The opening of the book introduces readers to the second Hunnic Empire under the leadership of Baïan, highlighting the socio-political structures of the Avars and their interactions with neighboring tribes, including the Franks and Slavs. It details Baïan's early campaigns, showcasing his character, ambitions, and brutal tactics in wars against the Roman Empire, and the significant shifts in alliances. As the narrative unfolds, the historical consequences of Baïan's conquests and the underlying themes of power, tragedy, and ambition begin to emerge, setting the stage for further exploration of this tumultuous period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Thierry, Amédée, 1797-1873
Title Histoire d'Attila et de ses successeurs (2/2)
jusqu'à l'établissement des Hongrois en Europe
Credits Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Rénald Lévesque and the
Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at
dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images
generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale
de France (BnF/Gallica)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language French
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Attila, -453
Subject Huns
Subject Avars
Subject Migrations of nations
Subject Magyars
Category Text
eBook-No. 36260
Release Date
Last Update Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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