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Austerlitz

The Story of a Battle

Book • 1966

Claude Manceron

This book by Claude Manceron provides a lively and detailed account of Napoleon's 1805 campaign, with a particular emphasis on the Battle of Austerlitz.

It is a historical narrative that brings to life the events leading up to and including the battle, which was a significant victory for Napoleon and solidified his claim to the title of Emperor.

The book is translated by George Unwin and offers a comprehensive look at one of the most pivotal battles in Napoleonic history.

Mentioned by

Michael Silverblatt

Coleman Collins

Klaus Brinkbäumer

Matthew Lloyd Roberts

Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by

Gilbert Cruz

as a surprising entry on the best books of the 21st century list, noted for its beautiful writing and focus on a young man in mid-century Europe.

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Mentioned by

Tom Davidoff

as a book he is currently reading and enjoying.

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Mentioned by Nathan who says photos on the front cover are not the person referred to in the book.

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Mentioned by

Michael Silverblatt

as the author of Austerlitz, Vertigo, The Emigrants, and The Rings of Saturn.

Mentioned by

Coleman Collins

as a book he tried to read but couldn't finish.

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Von

Klaus Brinkbäumer

erwähnt, als er über seine Lektüre sprach und das Buch als Meisterwerk bezeichnete.

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Mentioned by

Violet Lucca

and

Lauren Oyler

throughout the podcast as the central topic of discussion.

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Mentioned by

Matthew Lloyd Roberts

as the author of Austerlitz, the final novel in his oeuvre.

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