Bøger af Claire Huchet Bishop

Lafayette: French-American Hero is a biography written by Claire Huchet Bishop, which tells the story of the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat who played a significant role in the American Revolution. The book begins with Lafayette's early life in France, his marriage to Adrienne de Noailles, and his decision to join the American cause for independence. It then covers his arrival in America, his friendship with George Washington, and his participation in key battles such as Brandywine and Yorktown. In addition to his military contributions, the book also explores Lafayette's political beliefs and his advocacy for liberty and equality. It delves into his efforts to promote the abolition of slavery and his involvement in the French Revolution. The book also covers Lafayette's later years, including his return to France, his imprisonment during the Reign of Terror, and his eventual release and return to public life.Throughout the book, Bishop presents a detailed and engaging account of Lafayette's life, drawing on primary sources and historical documents to provide a comprehensive picture of his legacy. The book is suitable for readers of all ages and provides an excellent introduction to one of the most important figures in American and French history.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.