Publisher's Synopsis
""Political and Military Episodes in the Latter Half of the Eighteenth Century Derived from the Life and Correspondence of John Burgoyne, General, Statesman, Dramatist"" is a historical book written by Edward Barrington De Fonblanque. The book covers the life and correspondence of John Burgoyne, who was a prominent figure in the latter half of the eighteenth century. Burgoyne was a general, statesman, and dramatist, and his life and correspondence provide valuable insights into the political and military events of the time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period or event in Burgoyne's life. The first chapter provides an introduction to Burgoyne and his family background, while the subsequent chapters cover his military career, his involvement in politics, and his literary pursuits. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of the political and military events of the time, including the American War of Independence, the French Revolution, and the Napoleonic Wars. The author uses Burgoyne's life and correspondence to shed light on the key players and events of the period, providing readers with a unique perspective on this important period in history. Overall, ""Political and Military Episodes in the Latter Half of the Eighteenth Century Derived from the Life and Correspondence of John Burgoyne, General, Statesman, Dramatist"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the late eighteenth century.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.