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Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud
Secret letters from a gentleman at Paris to a nobleman in London during Napoleonic WarsBy Lewis Goldsmith
Length14h 34m
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In "Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud," Lewis Goldsmith presents a vivid, comprehensive depiction of the Napoleonic court, characterized by his incisive narrative style and meticulous attention to historical detail. This first-hand account, steeped in the romanticism of the early 19th century, merges personal anecdotes with broader political commentary, illustrating the interplay of power, intrigue, and daily life within the opulent backdrop of St. Cloud. Goldsmith's prose, noted for its elegance and readability, encapsulates the tension and artistry of a pivotal moment in European history, making it a significant contribution to both memoir writing and historical literature. Lewis Goldsmith, an accomplished diplomat and keen observer of his time, drew from his experiences in the tumultuous Napoleonic era to craft this engaging memoir. His background, involving extensive travel and deep engagement with European affairs, provided him unique insights into the personalities and politics that defined the court. These experiences enrich the narrative, revealing not only the grandeur of royal life but also the shadows cast by ambition and rivalry. For readers interested in the dynamics of power or the intricacies of historical memoirs, Goldsmith's "Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud" is an indispensable gem. It offers an immersive glimpse into a bygone era, filled with captivating characters and dramatic events that continue to resonate today, making it a recommended addition to any library.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length14 hrs 34 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Being Secret Letters from a Gentleman at Paris to a Nobleman in London
42LETTER XXXIX.
2PUBLISHERS’ NOTE.
43LETTER XL.
3THE COURT OF ST. CLOUD. INTRODUCTORY LETTER.
44Being Secret Letters from a Gentleman at Paris to a Nobleman in London
4LETTER I.
45LETTER I.
5LETTER II.
46LETTER II.
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6LETTER III.
47LETTER III.
7LETTER IV.
48LETTER IV.
8LETTER V.
49LETTER V.
9LETTER VI.
50LETTER VI.
10LETTER VII.
51LETTER VII.
11LETTER VIII.
52LETTER VIII.
12LETTER IX.
53LETTER IX.
13LETTER X.
54LETTER X.
14LETTER XI.
55LETTER XI.
15LETTER XII.
56LETTER XII.
16LETTER XIII.
57LETTER XIII.
17LETTER XIV.
58LETTER XIV.
18LETTER XV.
59LETTER XV.
19LETTER XVI.
60LETTER XVI.
20LETTER XVII.
61LETTER XVII.
21LETTER XVIII.
62LETTER XVIII.
22LETTER XIX.
63LETTER XIX.
23LETTER XX.
64LETTER XX.
24LETTER XXI.
65LETTER XXI.
25LETTER XXII.
66LETTER XXII.
26LETTER XXIII.
67LETTER XXIII.
27LETTER XXIV.
68LETTER XXIV.
28LETTER XXV.
69LETTER XXV.
29LETTER XXVI.
70LETTER XXVI.
30LETTER XXVII.
71LETTER XXVII.
31LETTER XXVIII.
72LETTER XXVIII.
32LETTER XXIX.
73LETTER XXIX.
33LETTER XXX.
74LETTER XXX.
34LETTER XXXI.
75LETTER XXXI.
35LETTER XXXII.
76LETTER XXXII.
36LETTER XXXIII.
77LETTER XXXIII.
37LETTER XXXIV.
78LETTER XXXIV.
38LETTER XXXV.
79LETTER XXXV.
39LETTER XXXVI.
80LETTER XXXVI.
40LETTER XXXVII.
81LETTER XXXVII.
41LETTER XXXVIII.
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