1892, SOUVENIRS DE MARECHAL MACDONALD, NAPOLEIONIC WARS MILITARY HISTORY, FRENCH

Description: [Macdonald, Marechal] Souvenirs du Maréchal Macdonald, Duc de Tarente Avec une introduction par Camille Rousset Portraits d'apre David ety d'apri Gerard Septieme Edition Pari: Librairie Plon, E. Plon, Nourritt et Cie 1892 Octavo, xcvi, 423 pages, publisher's original green wraps. Many edges remain uncut and unopened. Text in French. Some rubbing and wear, textblock cracked through in two places, wraps detached, some soiling and discoloration, chip to spine, else in good condition. Souvenirs du Maréchal Macdonald, Duc de Tarente is the memoir of Jacques Macdonald, one of Napoleon Bonaparte’s most loyal and respected marshals. The book provides a vivid first-hand account of Macdonald’s military career, tracing his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a key figure in the Napoleonic Wars and a trusted commander in the French army. It offers rare insights into pivotal events, such as the Battle of Leipzig and the decline of the First French Empire, while also revealing Macdonald’s complex relationship with Napoleon. His narrative is marked by reflections on loyalty, duty, and the challenges of leadership during one of the most turbulent periods in European history. With an introduction by historian Camille Rousset, the memoir not only serves as a personal recollection but also as a valuable historical document that captures the essence of the Napoleonic era. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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