Napoleon

Name: Napoleon
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By Alan Forrest

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Summary

Napoleon by Alan Forrest delves into the life and legacy of one of history's most iconic figures, examining his rise from Corsican roots to Emperor of the French. The biography explores Napoleon's military conquests, political endeavours, and the personal traits that defined him. Forrest provides an insightful look at how Napoleon's ambitions shaped Europe and continues to influence perceptions of leadership and power.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this engaging biography if you have an interest in learning about the complexities of historical figures and their impact on European politics. The book delves into the life, strategies, and legacy of a pivotal leader, offering insights into both his remarkable achievements and controversial decisions.

An engaging and myth-free biography of Napoleon.

Description

On a cold December day in 1840, Parisians turned out in force to watch as the body of Napoleon was solemnly carried on a riverboat from Courbevoie on its final journey to the Invalides.

In this book, Alan Forrest tells the remarkable story of how the son of a Corsican attorney became the most powerful man in Europe: a man whose charisma and legacy have endured since his lonely death on the Island of St Helena.

Forrest cuts away the many layers of myth that have grown up around Napoleon, a man who mixed history and legend promiscuously. Drawing on original research and his own distinguished background in French history, Forrest undercuts the 'Great Man' theory of history to demonstrate that Napoleon was as much a product of his times as he was their creator.

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Napoleon by Alan Forrest receives praise for its confident and reflective narrative, providing a concise yet revealing insight into Napoleon's psyche, as noted by reviewers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780872506

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 October 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Quercus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 302g

Pages: 416

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Alan Forrest Biography & Memoir European History History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction Political Biographies

About the Author

Alan Forrest is Professor of Modern History and Director of the Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies, at the University of York. He works on modern French history, especially the period of the French Revolution and Empire, and on the history of modern warfare. He serves on the editorial boards of French History and War in History, and is a member of the advisory committee for Annales Historiques de la Revolution Francaise.