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Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire, (Vol. 12 / 20) / faisant suite à l'Histoire de la Révolution Française

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The author reconstructs the Consulate and Empire period through exhaustive use of state archives and personal correspondence, aiming to present the factual mechanics of policy, administration, finance, diplomacy and military operations. The narrative emphasizes precise, technical accounts of decisions and logistics—marches, supply, and diplomatic maneuvers—rather than rhetorical celebration, and explains how major undertakings were organized and executed. The text also reflects on historical method, describing the author's scrupulous verification of documents and reluctance to substitute conjecture for evidence, with occasional evaluative remarks offered only after a detailed exposition of facts.

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Adolphe Thiers

Adolphe Thiers (1797-1877) was a prominent French historian and politician, best known for his extensive works on the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era. His seminal series, "Histoire de la Révolution française," spans ten volumes and offers a detailed narrative of the events and implications of the Revolution, reflecting his deep engagement with France's political landscape. Thiers also authored "Histoire du Consulat et de l'Empire," further exploring the complexities of French history during a transformative period. His writings are characterized by a blend of historical analysis and political commentary, contributing significantly to the understanding of modern France.

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