A dramatic and groundbreaking retelling of what happened after one of modern history's pivotal battles -- taking us from the horrors of the battlefield to the drawing rooms of London and Paris, from Napoleon's retreat and surrender to British triumph and celebration.
     After midnight on 19 June 1815:

   • upwards of 50,000 men and 7,000 horses lay dead and wounded on the battlefield of Waterloo.

   • the Duke of Wellington, caked in the previous day's dust and sweat, began writing the dispatch that would send his country into mourning and jubilation.

   • the wreckage of a once proud French Grande Arm�e was struggling in abject disorder to the Belgian frontier pursued by murderous Prussian dragoons.

   • Napoleon Bonaparte, exhausted and stunned at the scale of his defeat, rode through the darkness towards Paris, abdication and the end of his Empire.
During the hours, days, weeks and months that followed:

   • the battlefield would be looted, cleared of its wounded, its dead buried or burned, its ground and ruins overrun by tourists.

   • news of the battle would spread, by dispatch rider, carriage, packet ship and laurel-decked mail coach, shaping and defining the consciousness of an Age.

   • the victorious British and Prussian armies would invade France, occupy Paris, and disperse the contents of the Louvre.

   • as France's enemies closed in and his ministers manoeuvred to be rid of him, Napoleon saw all avenues closed except surrender, exile and captivity.

In this dramatic and ground-breaking account of the aftermath of the battle of Waterloo, Paul O'Keeffe employs a multiplicity of contemporary sources and viewpoints to create a reading experience that brings the sights, sounds and smells of the battlefield, of conquest and defeat, of celebration and riot, into focus as never before.

About the Author

PAUL O'KEEFFE's acclaimed books include biographies of Wyndham Lewis (Some Sort of Genius, 2000) and Benjamin Robert Haydon (A Genius for Failure, 2009). He lives in Liverpool.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Bristol Book Bank is an independent online bookstore with a simple idea behind it: good books deserve another reader. Based in Bristol, we rescue, sort and rediscover thousands of pre-owned books from local collections, clearances and donations. The most interesting, useful and unusual titles are then offered for sale online, giving them the chance to find a new home. Our shelves are constantly changing and can include everything from history, nature and travel to art, local interest, specialist subjects, collectable editions and books you may not come across in an ordinary bookshop. Buying from Bristol Book Bank means giving a pre-owned book another chapter while supporting a small independent Bristol business.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

kaboodal limited
23 Ashcroft Road, sea mills, Bristol, BS9 2NE, United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

All books are used unless clearly stated otherwise. We describe condition as accurately as possible and note significant defects where known. Minor signs of previous ownership, shelf wear, inscriptions, marks or age-related wear may be present on used books.

Orders are usually dispatched within 2-5 working days after payment confirmation. If an item is found to be unavailable or materially different from the listing description, the buyer will be notified and the order will be cancelled or refun...

More Information

Shipping Terms

Orders are packed securely and dispatched from the United Kingdom. Most standard books are packed in protective book mailers or suitable recycled packaging where appropriate.

Our standard shipping rates are based on an average book weighing up to approximately 1kg before packaging. Large, heavy or oversized books may require additional postage, especially for international orders. If additional postage is required, we will request confirmation through AbeBooks before dispatch.

UK orders are normally dispatched using Royal Mail or another suitable UK carrier. International orders may be sent by Royal Mail International, courier or another suitable postal service depending on weight, value and destination.

Delivery times vary by destination and postal service. Tracking may not be included on all standard services. Priority or tracked services may be used where selected or where appropriate.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	14 to 45 business days	5 to 10 business days
First item	US$ 31.06	US$ 40.54

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.