Reminiscences of Prince Talleyrand, Volume 1 (of 2) by Colmache
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| Author | Colmache, M., active 19th century |
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| Editor | Colmache, Madame |
| Title | Reminiscences of Prince Talleyrand, Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Clarity, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org) |
| Summary | "Reminiscences of Prince Talleyrand, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Colmache is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an in-depth look at the life and times of Prince Charles Maurice de Talleyrand, a significant diplomat and statesman in France, detailing his personal experiences, notable contemporaries, and reflections on the political intricacies of his era. Through a collection of anecdotes and remembrances, the book paints a vivid portrait of Talleyrand's influence on French politics during tumultuous times, from his early years to his retirement. The opening of this volume introduces readers to a young diplomat visiting the Hôtel Talleyrand in Paris, setting the stage for an exploration of Talleyrand's character and the atmosphere surrounding him. Through the eyes of this visitor, we are drawn into a moment where Talleyrand enjoys a rare blend of courtly grace and domestic tranquility, relishing the playful antics of his niece alongside a cherished pet. The scene transitions to a personal invitation extended by Talleyrand to visit him in Valençay, a significant location that serves as his refuge and historical backdrop for lively discussions of politics and memories. This introduction hints at the profound insights and stories that will follow in the subsequent chapters, inviting readers to delve into the complexities of one of history's most intriguing figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55347 |
| Release Date | Aug 11, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 51 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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