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by Harlow Giles Unger (Author)
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  • Paperback: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (November 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0471468851
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471468851
  • Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 1.3 x 9.1 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Marquis de Lafayette
By Joseph Arnold on December 22, 2002
Format: Hardcover
Harlow Unger's book covers a biography that is stranger than fiction, starting with LaFayette's unique marriage and continuing with his fanatical dedication to the remote American struggle for freedom; his close relationships with Washington, Franklin, Jefferson and other world leaders; his exceptional military leadership; his continuing voluntary work for independence in his own country (including 13 months in a horrific prison) all the way until he died at the age of 77. Throughout the story, the mutual, unabated love between the Marquis and his very capable wife, Adrienne, provided even more dramatic episodes. Nearly every event was more amazing the the one before.
This is a detailed and eye-opening history of both the American and French revolutions and their great contrast. If the reader has trouble believing it is truly factual, he will be convinced with the frequent, verbatim letters and voluminous, documented historical references. This is absolutely a must read for anyone with an ounce of interest in western civilization.
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5.0 out of 5 starsLafayette
By A Customer on August 30, 2002
Format: Hardcover
This book swept me away with its twists of adventure, romance, and military scenes. It is definitely the best biography I've read on Lafayette with its thorough detail and gripping narrative. Lafayette's story combines French and American history, and captures the moving love story of his marriage. It has been a long time since a book transported me like this one did.
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5.0 out of 5 starsSuperb, compelling, & should be 'required reading'
By A Customer on July 6, 2004
Format: Hardcover
This book is wonderful! It is very readable, fast-paced, and, unlike other 'dry' books about long dead historical figures, it keeps the reader turning pages, wondering "why didn't I learn about this great man - this Founding Father - in high school history class?" Well, in this time of cynicism where we all decry the lack of bona fide heros (outside of sports and entertainment), here he is - the Marquis de Lafayette! This book not only clearly outlines Lafayette's life and unbelieveable accomplishments, but also his ideals. He was a man who believed in liberty, equality, honesty, friendship, and honor. Without his brilliant military and political leadership, the 13 colonies would not have won independence from Great Britain. Without Lafayette - and France - the United States would not be, certainly not as we are today. The book also continues to describe Lafayette's impact on Europe, and his role in formenting republican revolution in France and elsewhere on the European continent. But always, he is true to his undying and immutable convictions about the rights of man. Even when threatened with horrid imprisonment and death, Lafayette did not waver in his ideals. He risked his life, his fortune, and his sacred honor for those rights. What a great man - a hero for the ages! A must read.....
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5.0 out of 5 starsBravo!!!!
By A Customer on March 13, 2004
Format: Hardcover
This is an excellent book!!!!! It reads like a novel and provides a wealth of knowledge about this great man. I'm only 13 years old, and I've read this book twice! If I could give it 6 stars, I would. I'd give it 10 stars!! Anyway, I definitely reccomend this book to anyone who wants to know about the Marquis de Lafayette.
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5.0 out of 5 starsRead this book.
By Michael L. Oddenino on March 3, 2005
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This book provides an illuminating window to both the American Revolution and the French Revolution. Lafayette and his indispensable role as "midwife of liberty" are portrayed in a most compelling manner. The author deserves high praise for this work. The only quibbles are some factual errors on other characters. Contrary to the author's claim, it was not Patrick Henry that went to Monticello to warn Jefferson of the coming of the British, rather it was Jack Jouett. Also, the author lobs some erroneous criticism at Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson and Virginians as a whole suggesting they were unwilling to actually bear arms to fight during the Revolutionary War. This is simply wrong.

Patrick Henry did actually bear arms for a time until others persuaded him that he was more valuable in the political realm than in military service. Thomas Jefferson, likewise, was actively involved in the political realm and such criticism against him is unfair. As to Virginians as a whole, this criticism fails as well; as the author himself recognized: the main force Lafayette commanded was composed of Virginians.

Notwithstanding these points, this book should be read by all. The appreciation for the sacrifices required to give birth to American liberty is immeasurably enhanced by this work. Not only is Lafayette better understood to be a truly unalloyed great man, not just a great soldier, but his wife, Adrienne, is a heroic figure in her own right. If there is another woman like Adrienne walking the planet today, I would love to meet her.

This book is a treasure of insights into a fascinating cast of characters and events.
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5.0 out of 5 starsOf Pulitzer Caliber
By Kathleen A. Goodrich, Author of Patriots Cause on February 5, 2004
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Unger's Lafayette is a brilliantly written biography. It is of Pulitzer caliber, and the most informative, revealing, and entertaining recount of Lafayette's extradoridany life published to date. It is not only a masterful biography but a valuable text on the American and French Revolutions and beyond.
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5.0 out of 5 starsCaptivating story
By Robert Ehrlich on July 27, 2003
Format: Hardcover
Unger's Lafayette is one of the best written revolutionary period biographies. Most of us know Lafayette only for his American Revolution contributions. Unger's book takes us to the French revolution as well and Lafayette's key role in it. Here he tried to prevent the massacres that took place and personally paid dearly for his role. One can not help have strong admiration for Lafayette as a man of ideals, honesty and courage. Unger has written a highly readable and entertaining biography. I read his book on Hancock and was also imnpressed with Unger's ability to tell a story with an always interestimg prose.
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What an incredible life! Born into great wealth, and married into even greater wealth at 16, Lafayette enlists in the American Continental army in 1776 and sails for his adopted... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat read!

Loved this book, as well as the author's Monroe book. This book seems unique in that you can learn about two revolutions from start to finish in one biography.

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Published 5 months ago by Amazon Customer
1.0 out of 5 starsPropaganda, at best.

Mr. Unger is a poor excuse for a historian, lacking any objectivity and constantly editorializing. Assumptions which have no basis in fact are riddled throughout the book, not to... Read more

Published 7 months ago by Kris Scivoletto
5.0 out of 5 starsOutstanding biography of one of history's often forgotten heroes

Unger gives a biography of Lafayette, one of the most influential people in the success of the American Revolution, but does not end with the end of the war. Read more

Published 7 months ago by J. McFarland
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great piece of history so glad I read it

Published 7 months ago by Paula Gabrault
5.0 out of 5 starsA very good powerful read!

This book is such a powerful read! The book describes LaFayette's life. It starts from when he first gets married to going to America, meeting George Washington, serving under... Read more

Published 12 months ago by Jane Zorn
5.0 out of 5 starsAt last. Lafayette

It started with my father years ago quoting General Black Jack Pershing's statement as he brought the AEF to France in 1917- " Lafayette -we are here". Read more

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