Rites of Peace: The Fall of Napoleon and the Congress of Vienna

by Adam Zamoyski
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  • ID: 6784
  • Added: 2025-12-05
  • Updated: 2025-12-05
  • ISBN: 9780007368723
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2012-11-29
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Adam Zamoyski, renowned for his epic '1812: Napoleon's Fatal March on Moscow', brings to life the intricate and pivotal Congress of Vienna. This book delves into the political maneuvering and diplomatic intrigue that shaped the post-Napoleonic world. The Congress of Vienna was a gathering of European powers to redraw the map of Europe after Napoleon's defeat, and Zamoyski's narrative captures the tension and significance of this historic event. /n/n The book not only provides a detailed account of the Congress but also explores the personal dynamics and strategic alliances that influenced the decisions made. Zamoyski's engaging prose and meticulous research offer readers a vivid portrayal of a critical moment in European history.

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The Times · 2007-05-12
magnificent 4.50

This account of the Congress of Vienna is both an intellectual and a literary joy to read. It is meticulously researched and masterfully told.

The reviewer from The Times praises the book as a magnificent account of the Congress of Vienna, highlighting its intellectual and literary qualities. They appreciate the depth of research and the engaging narrative that brings to life the historical events and figures involved. The reviewer finds the book to be a joy to read, indicating a high level of satisfaction with both the content and the writing style.

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    This magnificent account of the Congress of Vienna is very much to be welcomed.

    It is both an intellectual and a literary joy to read.

    The book is meticulously researched and masterfully told.

The Telegraph · 2007-05-03
thrilling 4.00

The book excels in its thrilling final third, capturing Napoleon's triumphant return. The reviewer appreciates the detailed historical context and engaging narrative.

The Telegraph reviewer highlights the book's strength in its final third, where Napoleon's return is depicted in a thrilling manner. They appreciate the detailed historical context and the engaging narrative that makes the book compelling. The reviewer finds the book to be well-researched and well-written, with a particular appreciation for the author's ability to bring historical events to life.

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    Zamoyski is at his best in the thrilling final third of the book.

    The returning Napoleon storms triumphantly through France on his way to...

    The book is magnificently researched and well-written.

Goodreads · 2007-01-01
masterful 4.00

The book is meticulously researched and masterfully told, featuring influential historical figures. The reviewer appreciates the detailed account of the Congress of Vienna.

The Goodreads reviewer praises the book for its meticulous research and masterful storytelling, highlighting the inclusion of influential historical figures. They appreciate the detailed account of the Congress of Vienna and the engaging narrative that brings the historical events to life. The reviewer finds the book to be both informative and enjoyable, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the content and presentation.

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    Meticulously researched, masterfully told, and featuring a cast of some of the most influential and powerful figures in history.

    It is both an intellectual and a literary joy to read.

    The book is very detailed and undoubtedly that the Author researched on the subject extensively.

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