Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Chateaubriand is a book that chronicles the life of the French writer, diplomat, and politician, Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand. The book begins with his birth in 1768 and follows his life until his return to France in 1800. Chateaubriand's memoirs offer a unique perspective on French history, as he was a witness to many of the significant events of the time, including the French Revolution and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.Throughout the book, Chateaubriand shares his personal experiences, thoughts, and reflections on the political and social climate of France during this period. He discusses his travels to America, his time as a soldier in the French army, and his diplomatic missions to England and Germany.The memoirs also provide insight into Chateaubriand's literary career, including his early struggles as a writer and his eventual success with works such as Atala and Les Natchez. Additionally, the book offers a glimpse into Chateaubriand's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with depression.Overall, Memoirs of Chateaubriand is a fascinating and insightful account of one of France's most influential writers and thinkers during a turbulent period in the country's 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.
