History of the Patriotic War of 1812
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The history of the Patriotic War of 1812 is a book dedicated to the 210th anniversary of the Great Victory of the Russian People in the Patriotic War of 1812. This war occupies a significant place in the historical memory of the Russian people, it served as inspiration for many great creators, such as Tolstoy, Lermontov, Vereshchagin ... Almost immediately after the end of the war, this topic began to attract the attention of scientists, and this interest still does not subside. The new book from the series “Russian Imperial Library” presents one of the most fundamental works dedicated to the Patriotic War of 1812, written by its contemporary, but of great interest for modern readers.
Modest Ivanovich Bogdanovich (1805-1882)-Russian military leader and historian, lieutenant general, professor of military history and strategy of the Academy of the General Staff, the author of many works dedicated to military art and modern military conflicts, such as “History of the War 1813 for the independence of Germany, Eastern War of 1853-1856. etc. The History of the Patriotic War of 1812 is one of his most famous works, and not in vain. This fundamental publication covers not only the Patriotic War itself, but also the first wars of Alexander I and Napoleon, it describes the preparation of both sides for a large war, the course of military operations, and the numerous memoirs of participants in both the Russian and French armies are given. The work was highly appreciated by contemporaries. In 1863, she was awarded the full Demidov Prize of the Imperial Academy of Sciences, which was considered the most honorable non -governmental award of Russia in the mid -19th century.
What distinguishes Bogdanovich"s work from other works devoted to this topic? First of all, this is the author’s access to all state archives, even the most secret, and therefore, working with the widest number of sources, objectivity and impartiality, thorough work with the text and a detailed analysis of all the events.
All this allows us to talk about the book “The History of the Patriotic War of 1812” as the most complete and fundamental work on the topic of the war with Napoleon. This book suits you if you are interested in the history of Russia of the XIX century, the history of military affairs, the history of Napoleonic wars, the history of foreign policy. The modern publication is richly illustrated by rare illustrative materials, cards prepared specifically for this publication, equipped with notes and comments, as well as a detailed nominal index, which will be interesting both professionals and simply history lovers. And the classic serial design will make this book a real decoration on your book shelf
Modest Ivanovich Bogdanovich (1805-1882)-Russian military leader and historian, lieutenant general, professor of military history and strategy of the Academy of the General Staff, the author of many works dedicated to military art and modern military conflicts, such as “History of the War 1813 for the independence of Germany, Eastern War of 1853-1856. etc. The History of the Patriotic War of 1812 is one of his most famous works, and not in vain. This fundamental publication covers not only the Patriotic War itself, but also the first wars of Alexander I and Napoleon, it describes the preparation of both sides for a large war, the course of military operations, and the numerous memoirs of participants in both the Russian and French armies are given. The work was highly appreciated by contemporaries. In 1863, she was awarded the full Demidov Prize of the Imperial Academy of Sciences, which was considered the most honorable non -governmental award of Russia in the mid -19th century.
What distinguishes Bogdanovich"s work from other works devoted to this topic? First of all, this is the author’s access to all state archives, even the most secret, and therefore, working with the widest number of sources, objectivity and impartiality, thorough work with the text and a detailed analysis of all the events.
All this allows us to talk about the book “The History of the Patriotic War of 1812” as the most complete and fundamental work on the topic of the war with Napoleon. This book suits you if you are interested in the history of Russia of the XIX century, the history of military affairs, the history of Napoleonic wars, the history of foreign policy. The modern publication is richly illustrated by rare illustrative materials, cards prepared specifically for this publication, equipped with notes and comments, as well as a detailed nominal index, which will be interesting both professionals and simply history lovers. And the classic serial design will make this book a real decoration on your book shelf
Author:
Author:Модест Богданович
Cover:
Cover:Hard
Category:
- Category:Biographies & Memoirs
- Category:Historical Literature
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:Offset
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:12+
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-04-156863-4
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