Rites of Peace

The Fall of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna

(Author) Adam Zamoyski
Format: Paperback
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Following on from his epic and bestselling 1812: Napoleons Fatal March on Moscow the author has written the dramatic story of the Congress of Vienna [1813-15], which was to bring about the political reshaping of Europe and whose legacy affected international relations for a century.

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Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780007203062
Publish year:
2008
Publish date:
Feb. 4, 2008

Adam Zamoyski

Adam Zamoyski is a British historian and author of Polish descent, known for his works on European history, particularly focusing on Poland. His most notable works include "The Polish Way: A Thousand-Year History of the Poles and Their Culture" and "1812: Napoleon's Fatal March on Moscow." Zamoyski's writing style is characterized by meticulous research, engaging narrative, and a deep understanding of the historical events he covers. He has made significant contributions to the literature on Polish history and has helped bring awareness to the country's rich cultural heritage. "1812: Napoleon's Fatal March on Moscow" is considered his most famous work, shedding new light on one of the most pivotal moments in European history.

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