Imperial Grandeur Or The Family: From Souvenirs Of Count Alfred De Vigny (1899) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120629890)

Imperial Grandeur Or The Family: From Souvenirs Of Count Alfred De Vigny (1899) is a book written by French author Alfred De Vigny. The book is a memoir that recounts Vigny's experiences and observations of the French imperial court during the reign of Napoleon III. The book provides a detailed portrayal of the opulent lifestyle of the French aristocracy during the 19th century, as well as the political and social climate of the time. Vigny's writing style is elegant and descriptive, and he provides insightful commentary on the people and events he witnessed.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of French society during the imperial era. Vigny writes about the court, the military, the arts, and the everyday life of the people. He also reflects on the nature of power and the role of the individual in society.Imperial Grandeur Or The Family: From Souvenirs Of Count Alfred De Vigny is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, and a must-read for anyone interested in French history and culture.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.

Author: Alfred De Vigny
ISBN-10: 1120629896
ISBN-13: 9781120629890
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/21/2009
Pages: 146
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d