Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 15 / 20) by Adolphe Thiers
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About this eBook
| Author | Thiers, Adolphe, 1797-1877 |
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| Title |
Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 15 / 20) faisant suite à l'Histoire de la Révolution Française |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Mireille Harmelin, Keith J Adams, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire" by Adolphe Thiers is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume, part of a series, explores events surrounding the Napoleonic era, specifically focusing on the complexities of warfare and diplomacy during a tumultuous period that includes the expediting of the Russian campaign and its impact on European relations. The narrative delves into the consequences of Napoleon's decisions, political struggles in England and America, and the ongoing conflicts in Spain. The opening of the volume discusses several key events during the time of Napoleon’s Russian expedition, providing a detailed account of the geopolitical tensions involving England, America, and France. Thiers presents the difficult situation in England characterized by struggle in commerce and growing desires for peace, the assassination of British cabinet member Perceval, and the potential for war between America and England. Meanwhile, Napoleon's promises to revoke harsh decrees for the sake of American trade create a backdrop of diplomatic negotiating, culminating in a discussion on the impending declaration of war between the United States and Great Britain. The section sets a scene of high stakes within broader European affairs, highlighting the intricate web of international relations during this significant historical epoch. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| 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. | 63575 |
| Release Date | Oct 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 5, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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