My Days of Adventure The Fall of France, 1870-71

"My Days of Adventure" by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly is a reflective journey through the Franco-German War of 1870-71, blending personal memoirs with historical analysis from the perspective of a journalist who lived through it. The story starts by painting a picture of the author's upbringing and the events that shaped his interests in journalism and conflict. Vizetelly recalls moments with well-known figures and pivotal historical events, sharing his experiences during the Second Empire's rise and setting the stage for the war by providing insight into the political atmosphere and hinting at the consequences of French military decisions leading up to the conflict; therefore offering a unique view that captures the personal and widespread effects of war.