Le Dix-huit Brumaire by Jacques Bainville
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Bainville, Jacques, 1879-1936
French
"Le Dix-huit Brumaire" by Jacques Bainville is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the political circumstances and events surrounding the coup d'état of 18 Brumaire, which marked the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte to power in France. It examines the intricate interactions between key figures such as Sieyès, the rev...
"Le Dix-huit Brumaire" sets the stage for an analysis of the political turmoil in France leading up to the coup. It discusses the disillusionment with the Directoire and the desire among revolutionary factions for a strong leader to restore order. The narrative touches on Sieyès's search for a military leader, the conditions that hinted at an impending coup, and the arrival of Bonaparte from Egypt. The text highlights the significant political maneuvers and alliances that unfolded during this crucial period, laying the groundwork for understanding the complexities of this turning point in French history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Edward Moore
1 month agoI’ve read many books on this subject, and the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. This was both informative and enjoyable.
Christopher Young
5 months agoInitially overlooked, this book the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. Absolutely essential reading.
Ethan Wilson
3 weeks agoI almost skipped this one, yet the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Oliver Walker
2 months agoThis quickly became one of those books where the content remains relevant throughout without filler. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
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Joseph Hernandez
2 months agoFrom a reader’s standpoint, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. I will be reading more from this author.