Wellington on Napoleon
The Duke’s Commentary on Napoleon’s Disastrous 1812 Invasion of Russia
$74.64
- Hardcover
240 pages
- Release Date
31 August 2026
Summary
The Duke of Wellington famously expressed reluctance to write histories of his campaigns, comparing them to “the history of a ball.” He discouraged attempts to publish such accounts. However, by 1825, Wellington’s stance shifted. Despite a demanding schedule, illness, and extensive correspondence, he delved into Napoleon’s 1812 invasion of Russia, acquiring and studying relevant books.
This research culminated in a memorandum of over 25,000 words, presenting Wellington’s unvarnished o…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781036185008 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1036185001 |
| Author: | William Robinson |
| Publisher: | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 31 August 2026 |
| Dimensions: | 156mm x 234mm |
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William Robinson
William Robinson is a former student of the University of York, graduating with a BA in History in 2023. Born in 2002, he has harbored a lifelong fascination with history, with a particular fondness for the Napoleonic Wars and the life of the Duke of Wellington.
During his time at university, he concentrated his academic research on the Duke of Wellington, initially focusing on his military career and his relationship with the British government between 1809 and 1814. More recently, his work has shifted to Wellington’s civilian and political life after 1815, with a specific interest in the numerous memoranda he authored.
William currently resides in South Yorkshire.
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