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Narrative Of A Captivity In France V1: From 1809 To 1814 (1836)

Narrative Of A Captivity In France V1: From 1809 To 1814 (1836)

Langton, Richard

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesFrench History

ISBN10: 1164908278
ISBN13: 9781164908272
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 304
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Narrative Of A Captivity In France V1: From 1809 To 1814 (1836) is a historical book written by Richard Langton. The book is a first-hand account of Langton's experience as a prisoner of war in France during the Napoleonic Wars. Langton was a British officer who was captured by the French in 1809 and spent the next five years in captivity. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different aspect of Langton's captivity. He describes his capture, his imprisonment in various French prisons, and his eventual release in 1814. Langton also provides insight into the daily life of a prisoner of war, including the harsh conditions, the lack of food and medical care, and the constant threat of disease and death. Throughout the book, Langton also provides commentary on the political and military events of the time, including Napoleon's rise to power and the ongoing conflict between France and Britain. He also reflects on the nature of war and the toll it takes on individuals and society as a whole. Overall, Narrative Of A Captivity In France V1: From 1809 To 1814 (1836) is a compelling and informative account of one man's experience as a prisoner of war during a tumultuous period in European history. It provides a unique perspective on the Napoleonic Wars and sheds light on the human cost of war.In Two Volumes.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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