Publisher's Synopsis

""Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris"" is a first-hand account of the experiences of Henry Labouchere, a British journalist, during the Siege of Paris in 1870-71. The book provides a detailed and personal insight into the daily life of the residents of Paris during the siege, including the shortages of food and fuel, the impact of bombardment, and the psychological effects of living under constant threat. Labouchere's diary entries also offer a glimpse into the political and military events of the time, including the fall of the Second French Empire and the rise of the Paris Commune. The book is a valuable historical document that provides a vivid and compelling portrait of life during one of the most turbulent periods in French history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163112205
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 396
Weight: 526g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 20mm