02477cam a22003133u 4500 55995 UtSlPG 20260610134306.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Colmache, M., active 19th century Reminiscences of Prince Talleyrand, Volume 2 (of 2) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-11-18 E-text prepared by Clarity, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) "Reminiscences of Prince Talleyrand, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Colmache is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume delves into the life and experiences of the influential French diplomat Prince Talleyrand, focusing on his connections with key figures and events during a turbulent time in French history, including his relationships with important women such as Madame Dubarri and Madame de Staël. It also addresses the misconceptions surrounding Talleyrand's character and his role in society, highlighting the internal conflicts of a man shaped by constant societal change. At the start of the volume, the narrative introduces various characters central to Talleyrand’s life, including Madame Dubarri and the Duc d'Aiguillon, while establishing Talleyrand’s return from America. The dialogue reflects on the misconceptions of Talleyrand’s nature—often viewed through a lens of prejudice and misunderstanding— and how his demeanor influenced public perception. The opening vividly describes a scene involving a humorous yet significant escapade with d'Aiguillon, showcasing Talleyrand's sharp observations of societal dynamics and the complexities of his relationships, hinting at broader themes of identity, reputation, and the impermanence of power. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Talleyrand-Périgord, Charles Maurice de, prince de Bénévent, 1754-1838 Colmache, Madame https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55995 96826 96826