La Confession de Talleyrand, V. 1-5 by Talleyrand-Périgord
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| Author | Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 |
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| Editor | Broglie, Albert de, 1821-1901 |
| Title |
La Confession de Talleyrand, V. 1-5 Mémoires du Prince de Talleyrand |
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| Summary | "La Confession de Talleyrand, V. 1-5" by Talleyrand-Périgord is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work reflects the complex life and perspectives of Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand, a prominent French diplomat whose career spanned from the court of Louis XV to Louis-Philippe. The book delves into Talleyrand's political maneuvers, personal reflections, and critiques of the events of his time, painting a vivid picture of the tumultuous changes in France and Europe over several decades. The opening portion of the text reveals Talleyrand's motivations for writing his memoirs, which he describes as a means of self-exploration and possibly a critique of his historical narrative. He reflects on his early life, marked by physical disability and emotional neglect from his family, which shaped his worldview and ambitions. Talleyrand establishes a contemplative tone, considering the past's influence on the present while engaging with the complexities of memory, identity, and the nature of historical record-keeping. Through this introduction, readers are invited to understand not just the man behind significant political events, but also the philosophy that guided his actions throughout a long and eventful life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 -- Biography |
| Subject | Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20564 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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