The Napoleon Of The People (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162703077)

The Napoleon Of The People is a novel written by Honore De Balzac, a renowned French writer. The book is set in Paris during the 1848 revolution, a period of political upheaval in France. The main character is a man named Louis Lambert, who is a political activist and a fervent supporter of Napoleon Bonaparte.Louis Lambert is a charismatic leader who is loved by the people for his fiery speeches and his commitment to the cause of the working class. He is seen as a modern-day Napoleon, a hero who will lead the people to victory and bring about a new era of prosperity and justice.As the revolution gathers momentum, Louis Lambert becomes increasingly powerful. He forms alliances with other revolutionary leaders and works tirelessly to mobilize the masses. However, his rise to power also attracts enemies, including the ruling elite and the conservative forces in society.The novel explores the complex dynamics of power and politics in a time of revolution. It also delves into the personal struggles of Louis Lambert, who is torn between his ideals and his desire for personal glory. As the revolution reaches its climax, Louis Lambert must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will determine the fate of the revolution and his own legacy.Overall, The Napoleon Of The People is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history. Balzac's vivid prose and insightful commentary on politics and human nature make this book a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, or politics.Then we are drawn up before Alexandria, and again at Gizeh, and before the Pyramids. We had to march over the sands and in the sun; people whose eyes dazzled used to see water that they could not drink and shade that made them fume. But we made short work of the Mamelukes as usual, and everything goes down before the voice of Napoleon, who seizes Upper and Lower Egypt and Arabia, far and wide, till we came to the capitals of kingdoms which no longer existed, where there were thousands and thousands of statues of all the devils in creation, all done to the life, and another curious thing too, any quantity of lizards.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: Honore De Balzac
ISBN-10: 1162703075
ISBN-13: 9781162703077
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 22
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.05d