Publisher's Synopsis
Napoleon Bonaparte is a biography written by John S. C. Abbott, which chronicles the life of one of the most influential and controversial figures in European history. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Napoleon's life, from his humble beginnings on the island of Corsica to his rise as a military commander and eventual emperor of France. Abbott delves into the various military campaigns and battles that Napoleon led during his career, including his victories in Italy, Egypt, and his disastrous invasion of Russia. The book also explores Napoleon's political and social impact on France, as well as his relationships with other European powers such as Britain, Prussia, and Austria. Throughout the biography, Abbott offers insights into Napoleon's personality, motivations, and leadership style. He examines the various factors that contributed to Napoleon's success, as well as the mistakes and missteps that ultimately led to his downfall. Overall, Napoleon Bonaparte is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides readers with a detailed and nuanced portrait of one of the most important figures in modern European history.Desaix, upon his arrival in Paris, found letters for him there from the First Consul. As he read the confidential lines, he was struck with the melancholy air with which they were pervaded. ""Alas!"" said he, ""Napoleon has gained every thing, and yet he is unhappy. I must hasten to meet him.""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.
