Preview
  • The Franco-Prussian War

  • A Captivating Guide to the War of 1870 Between the French Empire and German States and the Role Otto von Bismarck Played in the Unification of Germany
  • By: Captivating History
  • Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
  • Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (19 ratings)

Prime logo Prime members: New to Audible?
Get 2 free audiobooks during trial.
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
Premium Plus auto-renews for $14.95/mo after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

The Franco-Prussian War

By: Captivating History
Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
Try for $0.00

$14.95/month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy for $14.95

Buy for $14.95

Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Taxes where applicable.

Publisher's summary

Have you ever wondered how Germany became a military and economic powerhouse that placed its bid for world domination in the 20th century? If so, have a look at our guide about the Franco-Prussian War!

This audiobook will transport you to the late 19th century, allowing you to “witness” one of the seminal moments of modern history. You’ll learn what events preceded the confrontation between the waning old European power of France and the up-and-coming Prussian state, and how a war led to the unification of Germany into an empire. Through this guide, you’ll find out how significant the famous “Iron Chancellor” Otto von Bismarck was in preparing the ground for a conflict, and how his political genius allowed Prussia to spearhead the German union.

This audiobook will also expose all the faults in French military thought and the blunders committed by their leaders. Through their mistakes, you’ll learn how indecisiveness and stubborn traditionalism can lead to disaster, at least on the battlefield. You’ll learn how their defeats on the front lines led to one of the most humiliating and harshest peace treaties in recent history, setting the stage for later major conflicts.

In this captivating guide, you’ll learn about:

  • When did Franco-German animosity begin?
  • What led to the eruption of war in 1870?
  • Why was the Prussian military superior on the front lines?
  • What were the biggest flaws of the French generals?
  • Where did the largest French defeat of the 19th century take place?
  • Why did the war only last six months?
  • How did the German Empire unify through conflict?
  • Which were the most devastating terms of the 1871 peace treaty?
  • How important was the role of Otto von Bismarck throughout the war?
  • What were the consequences of a German victory over the French?

Scroll up, and click the “buy” button to learn more about the Franco-Prussian War!

©2021 Captivating History (P)2021 Captivating History
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2

What listeners say about The Franco-Prussian War

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    14
  • 4 Stars
    4
  • 3 Stars
    1
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    15
  • 4 Stars
    3
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Story
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    13
  • 4 Stars
    3
  • 3 Stars
    1
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Listener received this title free

excellent

This is an excellent book on understanding the unifying of the German states under Prussian military rule.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Listener received this title free

franco prussian war

this is one of the best books that I have read on this subject. I highly recommend it. It truly helps a person to understand Europe

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Listener received this title free

end of Roman Empire beginning of Germany

German states under Prussia unified and modernized their military, modernizations we still use today.
Book starts with Charlemagne's end of rule and how that caused trouble all the way to WW2.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

An Excellent Summary, Professionally Narrated

This is an excellent overview of the Franco Prussian War. It is well read and I was able to largely follow the text by listening while commuting. I did also read along on Kindle when possible and did need to check for spelling. There are also photographs within the Kindle text. I was completely satisfied with this work as I embark on a biography of Bismarck. Thank You…

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

sm reader

love history and the pre useless of this work. very educating on the past

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Listener received this title free

A+++ Audiobook

Another great audiobook from Captivating History!
Well done and with excellent narration from beginning to end.













Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!