Un mois en Afrique by prince Pierre Napoléon Bonaparte
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| Author | Bonaparte, Pierre Napoléon, prince, 1815-1881 |
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| Title | Un mois en Afrique |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Un mois en Afrique" by Pierre-Napoléon Bonaparte is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the author's personal experiences and reflections during his military service in Algeria, focusing on the various challenges and political circumstances he faced as a member of the Legion étrangère. It intertwines Bonaparte's political aspirations and familial legacy with his military encounters, providing a unique perspective on the period of French colonial expansion in North Africa. The opening of this work sets the stage for a narrative rich with personal history and political nuance. Pierre-Napoléon begins by reflecting on his past as a political exile yearning for military service, having been previously denied a position by the French government. After the revolution of February, he finally receives a command, leading him to an expedition in Algeria. As he describes his journey from France to Africa and the initial encounters with locals and military engagements, he presents a vivid picture of the landscape and the intricacies of military life amid the socio-political upheaval. The opening sets a tone of nostalgia, ambition, and a deep connection to the broader historical context of the French Empire, setting the reader up for an exploration of both war and identity throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Bonaparte, Pierre Napoléon, prince, 1815-1881 |
| Subject | Algeria -- History -- 1830-1962 |
| Subject | France. Armée. Légion étrangère -- History -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11769 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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