Publisher's Synopsis
Diary of the Siege of Paris is a historical account of the Franco-Prussian War in 1870-71, specifically focusing on the siege of Paris. The book is taken from Galignani's Messenger, a newspaper that was published in Paris during the war. The diary entries provide a day-by-day account of the siege, including the struggles of the citizens of Paris, the military strategies of both the French and German armies, and the eventual surrender of the city. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers understand the events of the siege. Published by Simpkin Marshall and Company, this book provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant events 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.
