The Diaries and Letters of Sir George Jackson V2: From the Peace of Amiens to the Battle of Talavera

Jackson, George Bsc

ISBN 10: 1163305855 / ISBN 13: 9781163305850

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Diaries and Letters of Sir George Jackson V2: From the Peace of Amiens to the Battle of Talavera
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1163305855
• ISBN 13: 9781163305850
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Diaries and Letters of Sir George Jackson V2: From the Peace of Amiens to the Battle of Talavera is a historical book that comprises the personal diaries and letters of Sir George Jackson, a British diplomat and politician. The book covers the period from the Peace of Amiens in 1802 to the Battle of Talavera in 1809, which was a critical time in European history. It offers a unique insight into the political and social events of the time, including the Napoleonic Wars, the Peninsular War, and the Congress of Vienna.The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the period from 1807 to 1809. It includes a detailed account of Jackson's diplomatic activities during this time, including his role as the British envoy to the Spanish court during the Peninsular War. The book also provides a glimpse into Jackson's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his thoughts and feelings about the events of the time.The Diaries and Letters of Sir George Jackson V2 is an important historical document that provides a first-hand account of the events that shaped Europe in the early 19th century. It is an essential read for anyone interested in European history, diplomacy, and politics.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.