Napoleon in the Holy Land Book

In this detailed and fascinating study of Napoleon's ten-week incursion into Palestine and Syria, Schur (historian and author) brings to life the key events between February and May 1799. Using numerous eyewitness accounts he outlines the impact of the invading French armies on the region.

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In this study of Napoleon's ten-week incursion into Palestine, Schur (historian and author) brings to life the key events between February and May 1799. Using numerous eyewitness accounts, he examines the response to the invading French armies and French attitudes to the people and land they were attempting to subjugate. By providing details of the savage fighting and the perspective of diverse military figures, officials, inhabitants of the region, and leading participants, he paints a picture of this inglorious but colorful episode in the wars of Napoleon. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)