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Title: Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud (Being secret letters from a gentleman at Paris to a nobleman in London) — Volume 1
Note: Reading ease score: 46.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memos of the Court of St. Cloud" by Lewis Goldsmith is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The work presents secret letters from a gentleman in Paris, detailing intricate aspects of Napoleon Bonaparte's court and the lives of influential figures around him. It offers a unique perspective on the political intrigues, relationships, and events of the time, particularly concerning Napoleon's governance and the dynamics within his circle. At the start of the memoir, the introductory letter sets the stage by addressing a nobleman in London, indicating that these letters were meant for private consumption rather than public dissemination. The writer, known as Stewarton, reflects on his role as an observer amidst extraordinary political maneuvers. He discusses the misperception that Napoleon acts entirely on his own accord and outlines his dependence on various advisers and courtiers, such as the Grand Marshal Duroc and Minister Talleyrand. With a focus on the nuances of court life, the opening lays the groundwork for a revealing exploration of the complexities and contradictions of power during Napoleon's rise, hinting at the anecdotes and political commentary to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goldsmith, Lewis, 1763?-1846
EBook No.: 3892
Published: Dec 4, 2004
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Subject: France -- Court and courtiers
Subject: France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815
Subject: France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud (Being secret letters from a gentleman at Paris to a nobleman in London) — Volume 1
Note: Reading ease score: 46.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memos of the Court of St. Cloud" by Lewis Goldsmith is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The work presents secret letters from a gentleman in Paris, detailing intricate aspects of Napoleon Bonaparte's court and the lives of influential figures around him. It offers a unique perspective on the political intrigues, relationships, and events of the time, particularly concerning Napoleon's governance and the dynamics within his circle. At the start of the memoir, the introductory letter sets the stage by addressing a nobleman in London, indicating that these letters were meant for private consumption rather than public dissemination. The writer, known as Stewarton, reflects on his role as an observer amidst extraordinary political maneuvers. He discusses the misperception that Napoleon acts entirely on his own accord and outlines his dependence on various advisers and courtiers, such as the Grand Marshal Duroc and Minister Talleyrand. With a focus on the nuances of court life, the opening lays the groundwork for a revealing exploration of the complexities and contradictions of power during Napoleon's rise, hinting at the anecdotes and political commentary to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Goldsmith, Lewis, 1763?-1846
EBook No.: 3892
Published: Dec 4, 2004
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Subject: France -- Court and courtiers
Subject: France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815
Subject: France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.