Twenty Years In Retirement V1 (1835)

By John Blakiston

Book Overview

Twenty Years in Retirement Volume 1 is a book written by John Blakiston and originally published in 1835. The book is a memoir of the author's life after he retired from his career as a naval officer. Blakiston recounts his experiences living in various parts of Europe, including France, Italy, and Switzerland. He also shares his observations on the social and political climate of the countries he visited, as well as his interactions with notable figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and the Duke of Wellington. The book provides a unique perspective on the life of a retired naval officer during the early 19th century and offers insight into the cultural and political landscape of Europe during that time.In Two Volumes.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: 1437358101
• ISBN13: 9781437358100
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"