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Talleyrand

- A Biographical Study

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Talleyrand: A Biographical Study is a comprehensive account of the life of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, a prominent French diplomat and politician of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by Joseph McCabe, a renowned historian and biographer, this book delves into Talleyrand's early life, his rise to power during the French Revolution, his tenure as foreign minister under Napoleon Bonaparte, and his later years as a diplomat and statesman under the restored Bourbon monarchy.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Talleyrand's own writings and correspondence, McCabe presents a vivid portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure. He explores Talleyrand's political and personal relationships with key figures of the era, such as Napoleon, Metternich, and Louis XVIII, as well as his role in shaping the course of European history during a time of great upheaval.Throughout the book, McCabe provides insightful analysis of Talleyrand's motivations and strategies, shedding light on the inner workings of one of the most influential figures of his time. He also examines Talleyrand's legacy, both as a diplomat and as a symbol of the shifting political landscape of post-Revolutionary France.Overall, Talleyrand: A Biographical Study is a fascinating and engaging account of a pivotal figure in European history, offering valuable insights into the politics, diplomacy, and culture of the era.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163244913
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 394
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 526 g.
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 20. december 2024
Forlænget returret til d. 31. januar 2025

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Talleyrand: A Biographical Study is a comprehensive account of the life of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, a prominent French diplomat and politician of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Written by Joseph McCabe, a renowned historian and biographer, this book delves into Talleyrand's early life, his rise to power during the French Revolution, his tenure as foreign minister under Napoleon Bonaparte, and his later years as a diplomat and statesman under the restored Bourbon monarchy.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Talleyrand's own writings and correspondence, McCabe presents a vivid portrait of a complex and enigmatic figure. He explores Talleyrand's political and personal relationships with key figures of the era, such as Napoleon, Metternich, and Louis XVIII, as well as his role in shaping the course of European history during a time of great upheaval.Throughout the book, McCabe provides insightful analysis of Talleyrand's motivations and strategies, shedding light on the inner workings of one of the most influential figures of his time. He also examines Talleyrand's legacy, both as a diplomat and as a symbol of the shifting political landscape of post-Revolutionary France.Overall, Talleyrand: A Biographical Study is a fascinating and engaging account of a pivotal figure in European history, offering valuable insights into the politics, diplomacy, and culture of the era.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.

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