My Memoirs, Vol. V, 1831 to 1832 by Alexandre Dumas
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"My Memoirs, Vol. V, 1831 to 1832" by Alexandre Dumas is a memoir written in the early 20th century. This volume continues Dumas's personal recounting of significant historical events, particularly focusing on the politics and sociocultural climate in France during the tumultuous early years of the July Monarchy. The narrative features Dumas's own experiences within the Parisian artillery, alongside notable historical figures such as Odilon Barrot and Benjamin Constant, blending personal reflections
with broader political discourse. The opening of the memoir describes Dumas's new life as a member of the artillery, detailing his transition from a mounted national guardsman to an artillery uniform. He introduces key characters like General La Fayette and several other officers, illustrating the dynamics within the artillery and their politically charged environment. Dumas evokes a sense of camaraderie and anticipation as he recounts plans to "seize the Chamber," highlighting the fervent spirit of activism and the complexities of political alliances during this vibrant period in French history. The narrative is rich in historical context, setting the stage for the unfolding events that will shape the following chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Waller, E. M. (Emily Mary) |
| Title | My Memoirs, Vol. V, 1831 to 1832 |
| Credits | Produced by Laura Natal Rodriguez & Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Hathi Trust.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50768 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-50768-2 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 972 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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