The Great Invasion of 1813-14: Or After Leipzig is a historical fiction novel written by the French author duo Erckmann-Chatrian, Alexandre. The book was originally published in 1879 and is set during the Napoleonic Wars. The story revolves around the invasion of France by the Allied forces, led by Russia, Prussia, and Austria, after Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Leipzig in 1813. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including a French soldier named Jean, a German girl named Gretchen, and a Russian officer named Ivan. As the Allied forces advance towards France, the characters find themselves caught up in the chaos and violence of war. Jean, who is wounded in battle, is taken in by Gretchen and her family, who are sympathetic to the French cause. Ivan, on the other hand, is torn between his duty to his country and his growing feelings for Gretchen.As the war progresses, the characters are forced to make difficult choices and face the harsh realities of war. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the devastating impact of war on ordinary people. Overall, The Great Invasion of 1813-14: Or After Leipzig is a gripping and emotional tale of war and its aftermath, told through the eyes of a diverse cast of characters. It offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of the Napoleonic Wars and the human cost of conflict.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.