A gift book in a leather cover "E.V.Tarle. 1812. The Year of Russian Glory"

Here is the most famous book dedicated to the era of the Patriotic War of 1812. It belongs to the pen of the outstanding Russian historian Evgeny Viktorovich Tarle (1874-1955). It brilliantly highlights the key events of the Patriotic War of 1812, visibly presents all the main figures of the warring parties - Russia and Napoleon's army.

The year 1812 became an important milestone in European history, caused unprecedented enthusiasm and unity of all classes in Russia, brought selfless national heroes to the historical forefront; became the finest hour for a whole generation of daring and noble officers; nurtured an outstanding galaxy of young generals; gave expression to the genius of great generals; affected all spheres of society - from tactics and strategy of the military It's about literature and art.