Episodes Of French History: During The Consulate And The First Empire (1859)

""Episodes of French History: During the Consulate and the First Empire"" is a historical book written by Julia Pardoe and first published in 1859. The book covers the period of French history from 1799 to 1815, which includes the reigns of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Consulate. The author presents a detailed account of the political and social events of this period, including the rise of Napoleon to power, his military campaigns and conquests, the Napoleonic Code, and the impact of his rule on French society. Pardoe also discusses the role of key figures such as Talleyrand, Josephine Bonaparte, and the Duke of Wellington. The book is written in a narrative style, making it accessible to readers who are not experts in French history. The author's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with an insight into the complex political and social landscape of France during this period. Overall, ""Episodes of French History"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, particularly the Napoleonic 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.