Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08

Language: EnglishPublished: December 1, 2002

Subjects:

Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 Contemporaries Relations with private secretaries Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834 Private secretaries France Biography

Bookshelves:

History - General Biographies - 1 History - European

Authors:

Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de
1769 - 1834
Phipps, Ramsay Weston
1838 - 1923

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About this book

In the aftermath of the French Revolution, as Europe grappled with the tides of change, "Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne provides a unique insider perspective on the life of one of history's most enigmatic figures. This volume delves into the complexities of Napoleon's character, revealing his unyielding ambition and strategic genius. Bourrienne, having served as Napoleon's private secretary, offers readers an intimate glimpse into the emperor's thoughts and decisions during pivotal moments, including the establishment of the Napoleonic Code and the consolidation of power. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this memoir illuminates the intricate interplay of personal and political dynamics in a transformative era.