Waterloo: A Sequel to the Conscript of 1813 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417927265)

Waterloo: A Sequel to the Conscript of 1813 is a historical novel written by the French author duo Erckmann-Chatrian. The book is set during the Battle of Waterloo, which took place on June 18, 1815, and is a continuation of their previous novel, The Conscript of 1813.The story follows the main character, Jean-Baptiste, who is a conscript in Napoleon's army. He is captured by the Prussians and sent to a prison camp in Germany. After his release, he returns to his hometown in Alsace, France, where he finds that his family has been evicted from their home and his fianc�����e has married someone else.As the Battle of Waterloo approaches, Jean-Baptiste joins the French army once again and fights in the battle. The novel provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battle and the battle itself, including the strategies and tactics used by both sides.Throughout the book, the authors explore the themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism. They also provide a critical perspective on the war and its impact on the lives of ordinary people.Overall, Waterloo: A Sequel to the Conscript of 1813 is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that provides a unique perspective on the Battle of Waterloo and its aftermath.1902. Illustrated. Erckmann-Chatrian's (pseudonym of Emile Erckmann and Alexandre Chatrian) stories are distinguished by simplicity and genuine descriptive power, particularly in the battle scenes and in connection with Alsatian peasant life. Waterloo begins: The joy of the people on the return of Louis XVIII, in 1814, was unbounded. It was in the spring, and the hedges, gardens, and orchards were in full bloom. The people had for years suffered so much misery, and had so many times feared being carried off by the conscription never to return, they were so weary of battles, of the captured cannon, of all the glory and the Te Deums, that they wished for nothing but to live in peace and quiet and to rear their families by honest labor. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: Erckmann-Chatrian
ISBN-10: 1417927267
ISBN-13: 9781417927265
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2004
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.84d