Mémoires du prince de Talleyrand, Volume 1 by Talleyrand-Périgord
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"Mémoires du prince de Talleyrand, Volume 1" by Talleyrand-Périgord is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work presents the reflections and experiences of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand, a significant diplomat and politician in French history known for his involvement in various political regimes from the French Revolution to the restoration of the monarchy. It explores his complex relationship with France and its governance, providing insight into his thoughts on
power, legacy, and the intricacies of political maneuvering. The opening of the memoir details Talleyrand's reflections on his life, family background, and early education. It highlights his childhood, particularly the influence of his grandmother and the early injuries that led to his lameness, guiding his path toward diplomacy rather than a military career. Talleyrand also touches on his relationships with his parents, the societal expectations of his lineage, and the environment of the French court. As he introduces his life, it becomes clear that his narrative will intertwine personal anecdotes with broader historical themes, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his roles in significant political events throughout his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 |
|---|---|
| Annotator | Broglie, Albert de, 1821-1901 |
| Title | Mémoires du prince de Talleyrand, Volume 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Mireille Harmelin, Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at dp.rastko.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History |
| Subject | Choiseul, Etienne-François, duc de, 1719-1785 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25756 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25756-3 |
| Release Date | Jun 10, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jun 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 961 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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