Memoirs from Beyond the Grave: 1800-1815 - by François-Réne Chateaubriand (Paperback)

François-René de Chateaubriand's Memoirs from Beyond the Grave 1800-1815 is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and times of this literary celebrity during Napoleon's reign.

This second volume of his epic memoirs offers a detailed account of Chateaubriand's experiences, including his time as a political refugee in England, his published works such as Atala, René, and The Genius of Christianity, and his service to Napoleon in Rome before resigning in protest after the Duc d'Enghien's execution.

With Alex Andriesse's masterful translation, this book provides a unique glimpse into the life of a man who was both a witness to and a critic of the tumultuous period in European history.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the parallel life of Napoleon through Chateaubriand's distinctive self-portrait, which continues to paint a vivid picture of the whole history of France swirling around the sitter like a mist of dreams.

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