A portrayal of the most significant events in 19th-century France. It begins with the military operations from the beginning of the Siege, in September 1870, to the last resistance of the Commune during May Week 1871.
France Series
This series delves into the rich and tumultuous history of France, uncovering pivotal moments and forgotten narratives. Each volume offers an in-depth exploration of the past, brought to life through expert analysis and compelling storytelling. History enthusiasts will appreciate the detailed reconstructions of events and the examination of their impact on the French nation. It's a captivating journey through time for anyone seeking to understand the essence of French historical events.
Recommended Reading Order
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- 2
The Price of Glory
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
The battle of Verdun lasted ten months. It was a battle in which at least 700,000 men fell, along a front of fifteen miles. This book shows that Verdun is a key to understanding the First World War to the minds of those who waged it, the traditions that bound them and the world that gave them the opportunity.
- 3
To Lose a Battle: France 1940
- 736 pages
- 26 hours of reading
In 1940, the German army fought and won an extraordinary battle with France in six weeks of lightning warfare. With the subtlety and compulsion of a novel, Horne�s narrative shifts from minor battlefield incidents to high military and political decisions, stepping far beyond the confines of military history to form a major contribution to our understanding of the crises of the Franco-German rivalry. To Lose a Battle is the third part of the trilogy beginning with The Fall of Paris and continuing with The Price of Glory (already available in Penguin).
