Memoirs Of Barras, Member Of The Directorate V2: The Directorate Up To The Eighteenth Fructidor (1895)

Memoirs of Barras, Member of the Directorate V2: The Directorate Up to the Eighteenth Fructidor (1895) is a historical book written by Paul Barras, a French politician and member of the Directory during the French Revolution. The book is a personal account of his experiences and observations during his time in the Directory, which was the executive branch of the French government from 1795 to 1799.In this second volume of his memoirs, Barras provides an insider's perspective on the workings of the Directory and the political climate of France during this tumultuous period. He describes the challenges faced by the Directory, including economic instability, political unrest, and the threat of foreign invasion.Barras also provides detailed accounts of his interactions with other prominent figures of the time, including Napoleon Bonaparte, who was rising to power during the Directory's reign. He offers insights into the personalities and motivations of these individuals, as well as their roles in shaping the course of French history.Overall, Memoirs of Barras, Member of the Directorate V2: The Directorate Up to the Eighteenth Fructidor (1895) provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of the French government during one of the most turbulent periods in its history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the French Revolution, the Directory, or the personalities who shaped this pivotal moment in world 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.

Author: Paul Barras
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 644
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.30d
ISBN: 9781164955030

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