1812: Napoleon'S Fatal March on Moscow by Adam Zamoyski (English) Paperback Book

Description: 1812 by Adam Zamoyski Adam Zamoyskis bestselling account of Napoleons invasion of Russia and his catastrophic retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on European history. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Sunday Times bestselling account of Napoleons invasion of Russia and eventual retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on the subsequent course of Russian and European history. The saga of Napoleons invasion of Russia and catastrophic retreat from Moscow has both fascinated military historians and captured the imagination of millions on an emotional and human level. 1812 tells the story of how the most powerful man on earth met his doom, and how the greatest fighting force ever assembled was wiped out. Over 400,000 French and Allied troops died on the disastrous Russian campaign, with the vast majority of the casualties occuring during the frigid winter retreat. Adam Zamoyski tells their story with incredible detail and sympathy, drawing on a wealth of first-hand accounts of the tragedy to create a vivid portrait of an unimaginable catastrophe.By 1810 Napoleon was master of Europe, defied only by Britain and its naval power. His intention was to destroy Britain through a total blockade, the Continental System. But Tsar Alexander of Russia refused to apply the blockade, and Napoleon decided to bring him to heel.The brutality of the following military campaign and the importance of its ramifications on Russian, French, German and, indeed, European history and culture cannot be understated. Adam Zamoyskis epic, enthralling narrative is the definitive account of the events of that dramatic year. Notes 1812 was the year that the most powerful man on earth met his doom, and the greatest fighting force ever-assembled was wiped out. The Sunday Times bestselling account of Napoleons invasion of Russia and eventual retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on the subsequent course of Russian and European history. Author Biography Adam Zamoyski is a British historian of Polish origin. He is the author of the best-selling 1812: Napoleons Fatal March on Moscow and its sequel Rites of Peace: The Fall of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna, as well as several other acclaimed works on key figures and aspects of European history. His books have been translated into Russian, Chinese, Japanese and Persian as well as most of the European languages. His comprehensive history of Poland, The Polish Way, not only featured in the best-seller lists for several weeks when it came out in 1987, but has never been out of print since. Zamoyski has also contributed to all the major British papers and periodicals, as well as lecturing widely in England, Europe and the United States. He lives in London and Poland. Review Zamoyskis book is a brilliant piece of narrative history, full of sparkling set-pieces, a wholly fascinating account of what must be reckoned one of the greatest military disasters of all time. Sunday Telegraph No review can do justice to the scholarly integrity and human sensitivity of this book, or to the horror is describes ! 1812 is one of the greatest stories ever told. Christopher Woodward, Spectator Adam Zamoyskis account of the 1812 campaign is so brilliant that it is impossible to put the book aside ! A master craftsman at work. Sunday Times An utterly admirable book. It combines clarity of thought and prose with a strong narrative drive. Daily Telegraph Long Description Adam Zamoyskis bestselling account of Napoleons invasion of Russia and his catastrophic retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on European history. In 1812 the most powerful man in the world assembled the largest army in history and marched on Moscow with the intention of consolidating his dominion. But within months, Napoleons invasion of Russia - historys first example of total war - had turned into an epic military disaster. Over 400,000 French and Allied troops perished and Napoleon was forced to retreat. Adam Zamoyskis masterful work draws on the harrowing first-hand accounts of soldiers and civilians on both sides of the conflict. The result takes the reader beyond the invasion of Russia to present both a poignant tale of the individual foot soldier and a sweeping history of a turbulent time. Review Quote So brilliant that it is impossible to put the book aside … A master craftsman at work. Michael Burleigh, Sunday Times Zamoyskis book is a brilliant piece of narrative history, full of sparkling set-pieces, a wholly fascinating account of what must be reckoned one of the greatest military disasters of all time. Sunday Telegraph No review can do justice to the scholarly integrity and human sensitivity of this book, or to the horror is describes … 1812 is one of the greatest stories ever told. Christopher Woodward, Spectator An utterly admirable book. It combines clarity of thought and prose with a strong narrative drive. Daily Telegraph A gripping tale. Economist The best non-fiction version to be written so far … Zamoyski is brilliant at explaining what it must have been like to be a foot soldier. Mail on Sunday Feature * A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller in hardback * It received a phenomenal level of review coverage, and quickly became the must read non fiction title of spring 2004. * Chosen as a Book of the Year in the Sunday Telegraph by Max Hastings, Douglas Hurd and Anne Applebaum. * The hardback has sold over 12,000 copies in the UK to date Competition: Stalingrad and Berlin: The Downfall, 1945 by Antony Beevor; Wellingtons Smallest Victory by Peter Hofschroer Description for Sales People The Sunday Times bestselling account of Napoleons invasion of Russia and eventual retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on the subsequent course of Russian and European history. The saga of Napoleons invasion of Russia and catastrophic retreat from Moscow has both fascinated military historians and captured the imagination of millions on an emotional and human level. 1812 tells the story of how the most powerful man on earth met his doom, and how the greatest fighting force ever assembled was wiped out. Over 400,000 French and Allied troops died on the disastrous Russian campaign, with the vast majority of the casualties occuring during the frigid winter retreat. Adam Zamoyski tells their story with incredible detail and sympathy, drawing on a wealth of first-hand accounts of the tragedy to create a vivid portrait of an unimaginable catastrophe. By 1810 Napoleon was master of Europe, defied only by Britain and its naval power. His intention was to destroy Britain through a total blockade, the Continental System. But Tsar Alexander of Russia refused to apply the blockade, and Napoleon decided to bring him to heel. The brutality of the following military campaign and the importance of its ramifications on Russian, French, German and, indeed, European history and culture cannot be understated. Adam Zamoyskis epic, enthralling narrative is the definitive account of the events of that dramatic year. Key title * A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller in hardback * It received a phenomenal level of review coverage, and quickly became the must read non fiction title of spring 2004. * Chosen as a Book of the Year in the Sunday Telegraph by Max Hastings, Douglas Hurd and Anne Applebaum. * The hardback has sold over 12,000 copies in the UK to date Competition: Stalingrad and Berlin: The Downfall, 1945 by Antony Beevor; Wellingtons Smallest Victory by Peter Hofschroer Details ISBN0007123744 Author Adam Zamoyski Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Year 2005 ISBN-10 0007123744 ISBN-13 9780007123742 Format Paperback Publication Date 2005-04-04 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations Illustrations, maps, ports. Media Book Pages 672 Language English DEWEY 940.27 UK Release Date 2005-04-04 Subtitle NapoleonS Fatal March on Moscow Alternative 9780007381067 Audience General AU Release Date 2005-05-24 NZ Release Date 2005-06-09 Imprint HarperPerennial We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:2762853;

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