Lanfrey's Napoleon History Challenging French Idol
A review praises M. Lanfrey’s History of Napoleon the First for exposing the Napoleonic cult in France as a sham, arguing the author shows Napoleon’s selfish cruelties and usurped power with rigorous evidence. It highlights how the work treats war’s brutal costs, Venice’s betrayal, and France’s governance under a flawed idol, urging further volumes.
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M. Lanfrey
Messrs. Macmillan
France
Napoleon
England
Republic
M. Thiers
Europe
Louis Napoleon
M. Lanfro
Endu
Venice
Moreau
Germany
Prussia
Battle of
Marengo
Shamons for My Curates Reflect Lynch’s Quiet Genius
The article recalls Mr. Lynch after his death, noting his rare, intimate insight and restraint in speech. It describes him as a poet who spoke from deep experience, blending lyrical meditation with practical clarity to reach audiences.
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Lynch
Sermons for My Cavates by Thomas T. Lynch
Sermons for My Cavates presents writings of the late Thomas T. Lynch minister of Mornington Church Hampstead Road. Edited by Samewn Cox and published in London by Strahan aul Co.
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Thomas T. Lynch
Mornington Church
Hampsteadroad
Samewn Cox
London
Strahanaul Co
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