Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of the Life of Leonard Torstenson"" is a biographical account of the Swedish military commander Leonard Torstenson, written by John Watts De Peyster and originally published in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Torstenson's life, from his early years as a soldier in the Thirty Years' War to his later campaigns as a general in the Swedish army. The narrative is based on extensive research and draws on primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official records. The book offers insights into Torstenson's military tactics, his relationships with other commanders and political leaders, and his impact on the course of European history. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage and family, and his struggles with illness and injury. Overall, ""The History of the Life of Leonard Torstenson"" is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most important military figures of the seventeenth century.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.
