Memoirs of the Prince de Talleyrand is a two-volume book written by Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, a French diplomat and politician who served under several French governments, including those of Napoleon Bonaparte and Louis XVIII. The book is an autobiographical account of Talleyrand's life, covering his childhood, education, and career as a diplomat and politician. In the second volume, Talleyrand discusses his role in the Congress of Vienna, where he helped negotiate the peace settlement that ended the Napoleonic Wars. He also reflects on his relationships with various historical figures, including Napoleon, Louis XVIII, and the Duke of Wellington. The book provides a unique insight into the political and social landscape of France during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, as well as Talleyrand's personal views and opinions on the events and individuals he encountered during his life.In Five Volumes. With An Introduction By The Honorable Whitelaw Reid, American Minister In Paris.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.
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