Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 07 / 20) by Adolphe Thiers

"Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 07 / 20)" by Adolphe Thiers is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The volume is part of a larger work that explores the significant events and personal dynamics during the era of Napoleon Bonaparte, particularly focusing on the period of the Consulate and the subsequent Empire. This book provides an intricate examination of military strategies, key political maneuvers, and the broader implications of Napoleon's rule. At the start of the narrative, the situation of the French Empire is depicted against the backdrop of impending conflict with Prussia. The text outlines Napoleon's strategic preparations for war, detailing his assessments of the Prussian military and his diplomatic relationships across Europe. Key characters introduced include Napoleon himself, along with his brothers Joseph and Louis, who are depicted as rulers of the newly formed kingdoms under French influence. Initial military engagements and the challenges faced by the French troops in various territories such as Italy and Holland also receive substantial attention, setting the stage for the unfolding drama of war and governance in the Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Thiers, Adolphe, 1797-1877
Title Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 07 / 20)
faisant suite à l'Histoire de la Révolution Française
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815
Category Text
eBook-No. 44675
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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