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Title: The History of Napoleon Buonaparte

Note: Reading ease score: 49.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

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Summary: "The History of Napoleon Buonaparte" by John Gibson Lockhart is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the life and rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, detailing his early years, ambitions, military career, and the socio-political landscape of France during his time. Lockhart's narrative is likely informed by both contemporary understanding and previous historical works, offering a critique and analysis of Napoleon’s character and legacy. The opening of the book introduces Napoleon’s birth and upbringing in Corsica, detailing his family's background and early influences that shaped his ambitions. Lockhart describes Napoleon's education and his early military service, establishing his character as a determined and headstrong individual with a pronounced sense of national identity. Key events include his admission to military school and his staunch support for revolutionary ideals, setting the stage for his later actions during France's turbulent political climate. This introductory section effectively outlines the formative experiences that would mold Napoleon into one of history's most influential figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson), 1794-1854

EBook No.: 17579

Published: Jan 23, 2006

Downloads: 92

Language: English

Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821

Subject: France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The History of Napoleon Buonaparte

Note: Reading ease score: 49.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Taavi Kalju and the Online
Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http: //dp.rastko.net.

Summary: "The History of Napoleon Buonaparte" by John Gibson Lockhart is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the life and rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, detailing his early years, ambitions, military career, and the socio-political landscape of France during his time. Lockhart's narrative is likely informed by both contemporary understanding and previous historical works, offering a critique and analysis of Napoleon’s character and legacy. The opening of the book introduces Napoleon’s birth and upbringing in Corsica, detailing his family's background and early influences that shaped his ambitions. Lockhart describes Napoleon's education and his early military service, establishing his character as a determined and headstrong individual with a pronounced sense of national identity. Key events include his admission to military school and his staunch support for revolutionary ideals, setting the stage for his later actions during France's turbulent political climate. This introductory section effectively outlines the formative experiences that would mold Napoleon into one of history's most influential figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson), 1794-1854

EBook No.: 17579

Published: Jan 23, 2006

Downloads: 92

Language: English

Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821

Subject: France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.