Memoirs of the Marchioness de La Rochejaquelein (1827)

Memoirs of the Marchioness de La Rochejaquelein is a historical book written by Walter Scott and published in 1827. The book is a memoir of the life of the Marchioness de La Rochejaquelein, a French noblewoman who lived during the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars. The memoir is written in the first person and provides a detailed account of the Marchioness's life, starting from her childhood and continuing through her marriage to the Marquis de La Rochejaquelein and her involvement in the Vend?????e Uprising against the French Republic. The book also includes descriptions of the Marchioness's experiences during the Reign of Terror, her escape to England, and her eventual return to France. The memoir is considered an important historical document, as it provides a firsthand account of the events of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars from the perspective of a noblewoman who was directly involved in the conflicts. Scott's writing style is engaging and vivid, and he effectively captures the Marchioness's voice and personality throughout the book. Overall, Memoirs of the Marchioness de La Rochejaquelein is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in French history or the experiences of women during times of political upheaval.This Book Is In English.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.