Napoleon Bonaparte (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169245112)

Napoleon Bonaparte is a biography written by John S. C. Abbott that details the life and achievements of one of the most famous military leaders in history. The book covers Napoleon's early life, rise to power, military campaigns, political reforms, and eventual downfall. It explores his military tactics, including his innovative use of artillery and his famous victories at Austerlitz and Waterloo. The book also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his family and his love affairs. Throughout the book, Abbott provides insight into Napoleon's character, motivations, and legacy. The biography is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of one of the most complex and intriguing figures in 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.

Author: John S. C. Abbott
ISBN-10: 1169245110
ISBN-13: 9781169245112
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 110
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.31d