Life Of De Lafayette (1872) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120592781)

The book ""Life of De Lafayette"" is a biographical account of the French aristocrat and military officer, Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, also known as the ""Hero of Two Worlds"". Written by his wife, Marie Antoinette Virginie De Lafayette, the book provides a detailed insight into the life of the celebrated figure who played a pivotal role in the American Revolution and the French Revolution.The narrative covers Lafayette's early life, his military career, his involvement in the American Revolution, his return to France, and his role in the French Revolution. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage to De Lafayette and his relationships with other key figures of the time, such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Napoleon Bonaparte.Through this book, readers gain a deeper understanding of Lafayette's unwavering commitment to the ideals of liberty, democracy, and human rights. It highlights his courage, determination, and selflessness, as well as his unwavering belief in the power of the people to effect change.Overall, ""Life of De Lafayette"" is a compelling and informative account of one of the most influential figures in modern history, written by someone who knew him intimately. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American and French Revolutions, as well as the life of one of their most important figures.This Book Is In English.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: Marie Antoinette Virginie De Lafayette
ISBN-10: 112059278X
ISBN-13: 9781120592781
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/06/2009
Pages: 466
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d