Talleyrand

By Comte De Saint-Aulaire

Book Overview

Talleyrand is a biography of one of the most intriguing figures of the 19th century, Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord. Written by the French diplomat and historian, Comte de Saint-Aulaire, the book traces Talleyrand's life from his birth in 1754 to his death in 1838. Talleyrand was a man of many contradictions - a bishop who became an atheist, a revolutionary who became a monarchist, a traitor who became a loyal servant of the state. He served as foreign minister under Napoleon, and later under Louis XVIII, and played a key role in the Congress of Vienna, which reshaped the political map of Europe after the defeat of Napoleon. The book provides a detailed account of Talleyrand's political career, but also delves into his personal life and relationships. It explores his many affairs, his love of luxury and fine food, and his friendships with some of the most famous figures of his time, including Napoleon, Talleyrand's arch-rival Joseph Fouch�����, and the writer Madame de Sta�����l. Throughout the book, Saint-Aulaire paints a vivid portrait of Talleyrand as a complex and enigmatic figure, whose life and career were shaped by the tumultuous events of his time. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in French history, diplomacy, or the lives of extraordinary individuals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163179825
• ISBN13: 9781163179826
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"