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Diary And Correspondence Of Count Axel Fersen: Grand-Marshal Of Sweden Relating To The Court Of France

Diary And Correspondence Of Count Axel Fersen: Grand-Marshal Of Sweden Relating To The Court Of France

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ISBN10: 1163401676
ISBN13: 9781163401675
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 380
Weight: 1.60
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Diary and Correspondence of Count Axel Fersen: Grand-Marshal of Sweden Relating to the Court of France is a collection of personal writings and letters from Count Axel Fersen, a prominent figure in the Swedish court during the late 18th century. The book, compiled and edited by Katharine Prescott Wormeley, provides insight into Fersen's relationships with members of the French court, including King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, as well as his involvement in political affairs during the French Revolution. The diary entries and letters offer a firsthand account of the events leading up to the fall of the French monarchy and Fersen's attempts to aid the royal family in their escape from Paris. The book also includes a detailed introduction by Wormeley, providing historical context and background information on Fersen and the political climate of the time. Overall, Diary and Correspondence of Count Axel Fersen offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous events of the French Revolution and the role played by one of its key players.Private Accounts Of Events In The French Court From 1780 To 1810 Including Facsimile Letters.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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