Talleyrand: A Biographical Study by Joseph McCabe
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| Author | McCabe, Joseph, 1867-1955 |
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| LoC No. | 07035192 |
| Title | Talleyrand: A Biographical Study |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Talleyrand: A Biographical Study" by Joseph McCabe is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the intriguing life of Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord, the enigmatic French diplomat who navigated the tumultuous political landscape of late 18th and early 19th century France. McCabe aims to unravel the complexity of Talleyrand's character and career, which spanned significant events such as the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon, while revealing the personal and political nuances that defined his legacy. The opening of the study introduces Talleyrand's formative years, revealing how a childhood accident led to his eventual role in the Church instead of a military career. The narrative explores Talleyrand's elite upbringing in an aristocratic family, his struggles with family separation, and the indifferent educational system of the time. As he grows into his teenage years, we see the early development of his character, defined by a sharp intellect and a natural inclination towards diplomacy, as he became increasingly disenchanted with the Church and his predetermined ecclesiastical career. This sets the stage for an examination of how these childhood experiences and observations shaped Talleyrand into one of the most fascinating political figures of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46660 |
| Release Date | Aug 23, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 204 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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