Lettres du prince de Metternich à la comtesse de Lieven, 1818-1819 by Metternich
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"Lettres du prince de Metternich à la comtesse de Lieven, 1818-1819" by Metternich is a collection of letters written in the early 19th century. This work provides a fascinating glimpse into the personal correspondence between one of Europe's most influential diplomats and a prominent Russian figure, focusing on their romantic relationship intertwined with political discussions during a turbulent period in history. The letters reflect Metternich's character, revealing his philosophical musings and his
perception of love and power. The opening of the work sets the stage for an intimate exploration of the relationship between Prince Metternich and Countess Lieven, highlighting their initial meeting at the Congress of Aix-la-Chapelle and the progression of their romantic connection. It details how their bond formed despite the initial coldness they perceived in each other, evolving through shared experiences and discussions on political ambitions. The letters promise to showcase Metternich's eloquence, his philosophical perspectives, and hints of his vanity, providing rich context about both their personal lives and the historical backdrop of early 19th-century diplomacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Metternich, Clemens Wenzel Lothar, Fürst von, 1773-1859 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Hanoteau, Jean, 1869-1939 |
| LoC No. | 26007754 |
| Title | Lettres du prince de Metternich à la comtesse de Lieven, 1818-1819 |
| Credits |
Produced by Clarity, Hélène de Mink, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DB: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia |
| Subject | Lieven, Dorothea, Princess, 1785-1857 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50708 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-50708-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 642 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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