Œuvres de Voltaire Tome XX: Siècle de Louis XIV.—Tome II by Voltaire
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About this eBook
| Author | Voltaire, 1694-1778 |
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| Editor | Beuchot, A. J. Q. (Adrien Jean Quentin), 1777-1851 |
| Title | Œuvres de Voltaire Tome XX: Siècle de Louis XIV.—Tome II |
| Alternate Title | Oeuvres de Voltaire Tome XX: Siècle de Louis XIV.—Tome II |
| Original Publication | France: Chez Lefèvre,1830. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Œuvres de Voltaire Tome XX: Siècle de Louis XIV.—Tome II" by Voltaire is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work examines the significant events and political intricacies of the reign of Louis XIV, particularly focusing on the War of Spanish Succession and the subsequent military and diplomatic maneuvers. The book delves into the actions and decisions of key figures, including generals and ministers, providing an analytical perspective on the rise and fall of power during a pivotal era in French history. The opening of this volume introduces the intricate political landscape of Europe during the War of Spanish Succession. It highlights the alliances and conflicts that involved England, France, and various other nations, emphasizing the strategic moves made by leaders such as Queen Anne and Prince Eugene. The text presents a critical view of France's military leadership, assessing the impacts of decisions made by Louis XIV and his ministers on the outcomes of significant battles. This sets the stage for a detailed exploration of military engagements and the personal dynamics between historical figures, offering readers insight into the complexities of 17th-century European politics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French literature -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69631 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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