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Title: Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 05
Note: Uniform title: Mémoires de Constant. English
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 05" by Louis Constant Wairy is a historical account written in the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. As the premier valet de chambre to Napoleon Bonaparte, Wairy provides insightful anecdotes and personal observations about the Emperor’s life, particularly during the tumultuous times of war and the personal relationships he cultivated. The book closely examines Napoleon’s character, his relationships with his mistresses, and his interactions with the court, giving readers an intimate look at the man behind the myth. In this volume, Wairy details Napoleon's military campaigns in Prussia and Poland, highlighting significant battles like Eylau and Friedland, and the political intricacies surrounding them. A focal point of the narrative is the Emperor's liaison with Madame Valevska, a Polish noblewoman who captures his heart, showing a softer side of the renowned leader. Throughout the text, readers encounter vivid descriptions of court life, military strategies, and Napoleon’s genuine affection for those around him, alongside the burdens of leadership and expectations. Wairy’s recollections not only provide historical context but also create an engaging narrative that humanizes one of history's most formidable figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845
Translator: Clark, Walter, 1846-1924
EBook No.: 3572
Published: Dec 1, 2002
Downloads: 31
Language: English
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries
Subject: Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with valets
Subject: Valets -- France -- Biography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 05
Note: Uniform title: Mémoires de Constant. English
Credits: This etext was produced by David Widger
Summary: "Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 05" by Louis Constant Wairy is a historical account written in the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. As the premier valet de chambre to Napoleon Bonaparte, Wairy provides insightful anecdotes and personal observations about the Emperor’s life, particularly during the tumultuous times of war and the personal relationships he cultivated. The book closely examines Napoleon’s character, his relationships with his mistresses, and his interactions with the court, giving readers an intimate look at the man behind the myth. In this volume, Wairy details Napoleon's military campaigns in Prussia and Poland, highlighting significant battles like Eylau and Friedland, and the political intricacies surrounding them. A focal point of the narrative is the Emperor's liaison with Madame Valevska, a Polish noblewoman who captures his heart, showing a softer side of the renowned leader. Throughout the text, readers encounter vivid descriptions of court life, military strategies, and Napoleon’s genuine affection for those around him, alongside the burdens of leadership and expectations. Wairy’s recollections not only provide historical context but also create an engaging narrative that humanizes one of history's most formidable figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845
Translator: Clark, Walter, 1846-1924
EBook No.: 3572
Published: Dec 1, 2002
Downloads: 31
Language: English
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries
Subject: Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with valets
Subject: Valets -- France -- Biography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.