Publisher's Synopsis
The Island Of The English: A Story Of Napoleon�������s Days is a historical fiction novel written by Frank Cowper and published in 1898. The story is set on the island of Saint Helena, where Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The novel follows the life of a young Englishman named John St. Aubyn, who arrives on the island as a soldier in the British garrison. He becomes fascinated with Napoleon and begins to visit him regularly, even though it is against the rules. John becomes friends with Napoleon and learns about his life and his opinions on various topics. The novel also explores the political tensions on the island between the British and the French, as well as the personal relationships between the characters. John falls in love with a young French woman named Lucille, who is also on the island as a prisoner. As the story progresses, Napoleon's health begins to decline, and John becomes increasingly concerned for his friend. The novel culminates in Napoleon's death and the aftermath of his passing. Overall, The Island Of The English: A Story Of Napoleon�������s Days is a gripping tale of love, friendship, and political intrigue set during a fascinating period in history. It offers a unique perspective on Napoleon's life and legacy, as well as the impact of his exile on those around 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.
