As featured in bibliography for article 'La batalla de Krasnoi'

Despeta Ferro, no.31

During Napoleon’s retreat from Moscow, his ever diminishing army was being pursued by three Russian armies. By late November 1812 the army had reached the banks of the River Berezina, the last natural obstacle between the French and the relative safety of Poland. Napoleon had been counting on the river being frozen, enabling to march what remained of his army across its surface, but unfortunately an unseasonal thaw had turned the river into an icy torrent. Having already ordered the burning of the army’s bridging equipment, with one Russian army under Chichagov facing him and two more commanded by Kutuzov and Wittgenstein closing in, Napoleon’s position was perilous in the extreme. The Emperor however rose to the task and achieved nothing short of a miracle to extricate his men. The French suffered heavy losses but managed to cross the river and thus avoid being trapped. The author’s narrative moves at a good pace, whilst providing much information on an often overlooked action. A title in the publisher’s ‘Campaign Chronicles’ series, this book was first published in 2010, included are four maps plus numerous monochrome illustrations, lists of notes and sources, a select bibliography and an index.

Stuart Asquith, author

This book is a well written and researched account of some of the most dramatic, but often overlooked events of the 1812 campaign.

Avon Napoleonic Fellowship

This is a great book, confirming Alexander Mikaberidze's position as one of today's leading Napoleonic historians. I would suggest both expert and the dilettante should buy this book.

The Napoleonic Historical Society - August 2011

Illustrated with photos and engravings from the author's collections, The Battle of Berezina is sure to satisfy all enthusiasts of Napoleonic history.

Thomas Zakharis