Lafayette: A Revolutionary Gentleman

Lafayette: A Revolutionary Gentleman is a biography written by Michael De La Bedoyere that explores the life of the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat who played a significant role in the American Revolution. The book chronicles Lafayette's early life in France, his decision to join the American cause, and his experiences fighting alongside George Washington and other American leaders. De La Bedoyere also delves into Lafayette's personal life, including his marriage to Adrienne de Noailles and his involvement in the French Revolution. The book examines Lafayette's impact on both American and French history, as well as his legacy as a symbol of liberty and democracy. Through extensive research and analysis, De La Bedoyere provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of Lafayette's life and contributions to the revolutionary movements of the late 18th century. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it accessible to both casual readers and scholars of history. Overall, Lafayette: A Revolutionary Gentleman is a fascinating and informative portrait of one of the most important figures of the American Revolution.Biography Of The French Soldier, Famous For His Involvement In The American War Of Independence, And Who Opposed Napoleon On His Return To France.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.