Ten Years' Exile: Or, Memoirs of That Interesting Period of the Life of the Baroness De Stael-Holstein, Written by Herself, During the Years 1810, 181 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781026115893)

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"Ten Years' Exile" offers a unique window into 19th-century France through the eyes of Anne Louise Germaine Necker, the Baroness de Stael. These memoirs, written during her years of forced exile from France under Napoleon, provide a compelling account of intellectual life and political turmoil. First published by her son from the original manuscript, this historical text captures the atmosphere of a pivotal period in French history.

Explore the challenges and observations of a prominent figure navigating a landscape shaped by conflict and societal change. De Stael's reflections offer valuable insights into the era's political climate and the vibrant, yet precarious, world of intellectual discourse. A captivating blend of biography, historical account, and literary essay, "Ten Years' Exile" remains a significant document for anyone interested in French history and the enduring power of personal narrative.

Author: Madame de (Anne-Louise-Germaine) Staël,Auguste Louis Baron de Staël-Holstein
ISBN-10: 1026115892
ISBN-13: 9781026115893
Publisher: Xpresspress
Language: English
Published: 05/14/2026
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.68d