In this detailed account, Alphonse de Lamartine chronicles the events leading up to the Bourbon Restoration, the return of the exiled Bourbon King Louis XVIII to the throne of France in 1814. Drawing on a range of sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, Lamartine offers a fascinating insight into this period of French history, exploring the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped the era. A compelling read for students of history and anyone interested in the politics of the early 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.