Russia against Napoleon : the battle for Europe, 1807 to 1814 /
Dominic Lieven.
- London: Penguin Books, 2009.
- 618 Pages Hb
Russia Against Napoleon: The Battle for Europe, 1807 to 1814 by Dominic Lieven is a sweeping and meticulously researched account of Russia’s pivotal role in defeating Napoleon and reshaping the fate of Europe. Drawing on extensive Russian archival sources, Lieven highlights the strategic, political, and military efforts that turned the tide against the French Empire. The book reexamines the Napoleonic Wars from the often-overlooked Russian perspective, offering fresh insights into Tsar Alexander I’s leadership, the resilience of the Russian army, and the decisive campaigns that culminated in Napoleon’s downfall and the liberation of Europe.