Book Cover La Belle France: A Short History

La Belle France: A Short History

of Alistair Horne

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3.68 (308 reviews)
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La Belle France is a sweeping, grand narrative written with all the verve, erudition, and vividness that are the hallmarks of the acclaimed British historian Alistair Horne. It recounts the hugely absorbing story of the country that has contributed to the world so much talent, style, and political innovation.Beginning with Julius Caesar’s division of Gaul into three parts, Horne leads us through the ages from Charlemagne to Chirac, touring battlefields from the Hundred Years’ War to Indochina and Algeria, and giving us luminous portraits of the nation’s leaders, philosophers, writers, artists, and composers. This is a captivating, beautifully illustrated, and comprehensive yet concise history of France.

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History History France Nonfiction European History Historical British Literature Reference Adult French Revolution

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  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 512 pages
  • Publisher Vintage
  • Publication Date June 6th 2006
  • First Publication 2005
  • Language English
  • ISBN 9781400034871
  • Edition Not informed
  • Category History & Politics
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