Talleyrand, Volume 1

By Lady Charlotte Blennerhassett

Book Overview

Talleyrand V1 is a book written by Lady Blennerhassett that provides a comprehensive account of the life of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, a prominent French diplomat and politician during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different periods of Talleyrand's life, from his early days as a bishop to his role as a diplomat during the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. Lady Blennerhassett draws on a range of primary sources, including Talleyrand's own letters and memoirs, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this complex figure. She also offers insights into the political and social context of Talleyrand's era, shedding light on the events and forces that shaped his career and his legacy. Overall, Talleyrand V1 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in French history, diplomacy, and politics.In Two Volumes. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417969113.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417956038
• ISBN13: 9781417956036
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"