| Author |
Toreno, José María Queipo de Llano Ruiz de Saravia, Conde de, 1786-1843 |
| Title |
Historia del levantamiento, guerra y revolución de España (1 de 5)
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| Original Publication |
Spain: Imprenta de don Tomás Jordán,1835.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 45.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Ramón Pajares Box and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"Historia del levantamiento, guerra y revolución de España" by el Conde de Toreno is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The text explores the turbulent period in Spain during the lead-up to and the initial stages of the Peninsular War, highlighting the complex political intrigues and foreign influences that shaped this era of conflict in the nation. It delves into the actions and motivations of key figures, including Napoleon and the Spanish leadership, setting the stage for a deep examination of the revolution and its implications for Spain and its empire. The opening of the account sets a dramatic tone, detailing the chaotic times Spain faced as tensions with France escalated and the nation grappled with internal strife. It introduces the political landscape dominated by figures like the Prince of Peace, Manuel Godoy, and emphasizes Spain's increasing vulnerability against the backdrop of Napoleon's aggressive expansion. Key events, such as diplomatic negotiations between Spain, France, and England, preparations for war, and the first French military incursions, are briefly summarized, illustrating how these elements contribute to the rising tension that eventually culminated in widespread conflict. The narrative lays the groundwork for an intricate exploration of the historical forces at play during this pivotal moment in Spanish history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Spanish |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| LoC Class |
DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal
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| Subject |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Campaigns -- Spain
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| Subject |
Spain -- History -- Napoleonic Conquest, 1808-1813
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68978 |
| Release Date |
Sep 12, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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