Moscow

Moscow: A Story of the French Invasion of 1812 is a historical novel written by Frederick Whishaw and first published in 1905. The novel is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the French invasion of Russia in 1812. The story focuses on the events leading up to the burning of Moscow by the French army and the subsequent retreat of the French forces.The novel is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different stage of the invasion. The first part introduces the main characters and the political situation in Europe at the time. The second part covers the French advance towards Moscow and the battles that took place along the way. The third part covers the burning of Moscow and the French retreat.The main characters in the novel are a group of French soldiers and officers, as well as several Russian civilians who are caught up in the invasion. The novel explores their experiences and emotions as they witness the devastation caused by the war.Whishaw's novel is based on historical events and is noted for its accuracy in depicting the military tactics and strategies used during the invasion. The novel also includes detailed descriptions of the landscape and climate of Russia, as well as the customs and traditions of the Russian people.Overall, Moscow: A Story of the French Invasion of 1812 is a compelling historical novel that provides a vivid and detailed account of one of the most significant events in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.