Personal Recollections Of The Empire (1916)

""Personal Recollections Of The Empire"" is a memoir written by Emile Marco St. Hilaire in 1916. The book chronicles the author's experiences during the Second French Empire, which lasted from 1852 to 1870. St. Hilaire was a prominent figure during this time, serving as a diplomat and politician.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the author's life during the Empire. St. Hilaire provides a detailed account of his time in the diplomatic corps, including his interactions with prominent figures such as Napoleon III and his wife Empress Eugenie. He also discusses his political career, serving as a member of the Chamber of Deputies and later as a senator.Throughout the book, St. Hilaire provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, including the various scandals and controversies that occurred during the Empire. He also reflects on his personal life, discussing his family and friendships.Overall, ""Personal Recollections Of The Empire"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent figure during one of the most significant periods in French history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French politics and society during the 19th century.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.