Clayton, Tim
Waterloo: Four Days that Changed Europe's Destiny
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349123011
- author:
- Clayton, Tim
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 704
- Dimensions:
- 13.1 x 3.4 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- History,Britain & Ireland, Early Modern 1501-1700 (Tudors, Stuarts, Commonwealth, Restoration, Glorious Revolution),
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Battle of Waterloo was one of the most pivotal moments in European history, marking the end of a long and bloody conflict that had engulfed the world for over twenty years. Napoleon Bonaparte's defeat at this battle not only brought an end to his own career but also ensured the liberation of Germany and the restoration of the old European monarchies. A fresh perspective on this momentous event has emerged, thanks to the publication of numerous first-hand accounts from soldiers of all participating armies. These new sources have shed light on previously uncertain aspects of the campaign, revealing a more complex and nuanced story than previously thought. The result is a gripping narrative that explores the human side of war, with its mix of courage, horror, accident, and irony. With its rich historical detail and scholarly research, this book offers a compelling account of one of history's most defining battles.
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