Louis Napoleon and the Second Empire is a historical book written by J.M. Thompson. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of Louis Napoleon and the Second French Empire. It covers the period from the coup d'�����tat of 1851 to the fall of the empire in 1870. The book explores the political, social, and economic changes that took place during this time in France, as well as the role of Louis Napoleon in shaping these changes. The author examines the challenges faced by Louis Napoleon in establishing and maintaining his regime, including the opposition from the republican movement, the challenges of modernization, and the pressures of international relations. The book also delves into the cultural and artistic developments of the period, including the rise of the Haussmannian architecture and the emergence of Impressionism. Overall, Louis Napoleon and the Second Empire is an insightful and engaging account of a critical period in French history, offering readers a deep understanding of the political and social dynamics of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.