Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 06 by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne
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| Author | Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834 |
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| Editor | Phipps, Ramsay Weston, 1838-1923 |
| Title | Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 06 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 06" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The memoirs serve as a detailed record of Napoleon's life from the perspective of his private secretary, Bourrienne, providing insight into the inner workings of Napoleon's government and personal relationships, particularly during pivotal years of his rule. In this volume, the topics likely encompass political maneuvers, military campaigns, and the establishment of the Legion of Honour, alongside Bourrienne's observations on Napoleon's character and leadership style. The opening of the volume sets the stage by explaining the dubious nature of official bulletins published under Napoleon’s regime, emphasizing Bourrienne's insistence on the inaccuracies that distorted public perception of events and military victories. Throughout the early chapters, Bourrienne recounts critical moments such as the establishment of the Legion of Honour and various political struggles surrounding Napoleon’s ambition for power. The narrative details both significant political decisions and the personal dynamics within Napoleon's circle, including encounters with figures like General Bernadotte and the First Consul's oftentimes tumultuous relationships with his family and advisors. This early glimpse into the memoirs illustrates the complexities of loyalty, power, and ambition during a pivotal era in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with private secretaries |
| Subject | Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834 |
| Subject | Private secretaries -- France -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3556 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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