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Bolivar: The Life Of An Idealist

Bolivar: The Life Of An Idealist

Ludwig, Emil

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesSouth American History

ISBN10: 1163142298
ISBN13: 9781163142295
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Bolivar: The Life Of An Idealist is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Simon Bolivar, a prominent political and military leader who played a pivotal role in the liberation of several South American countries from Spanish colonial rule during the early 19th century. The book, written by Emil Ludwig, offers a detailed portrait of Bolivar's upbringing, education, and early political career, as well as his role in the wars of independence that ultimately led to the creation of independent nations such as Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. Drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, Ludwig provides insights into Bolivar's political philosophy, his military tactics, and his personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with illness and depression. The book also explores the complex political and social context in which Bolivar operated, highlighting the challenges he faced in balancing his ideals of liberty and democracy with the realities of political power and the need for strong leadership. Overall, Bolivar: The Life Of An Idealist is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in Latin American history, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a visionary leader who helped shape the destiny of an entire continent.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.

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