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| Author | Goldsmith, Lewis, 1763?-1846 |
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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 5 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud" by Lewis Goldsmith is a historical account written in the early 19th century, focusing on the tumultuous political landscape of France during Napoleon Bonaparte's reign. The text likely draws upon personal letters from a gentleman in Paris to a nobleman in London, exploring the complexities of court life, the nature of power, and the interplay of political and military ambition under Bonaparte's rule. The opening of the book introduces readers to the author's observations of the shifting moods of Napoleon, particularly in the context of diplomatic audiences following his inauguration as King of Italy. Through detailed accounts of Napoleon's temper and interactions with other diplomats, the reader gains insight into the Emperor's volatile personality and the broader implications of his rule. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, loyalty, and the personal cost of political power, illustrated by anecdotes involving soldiers, diplomats, and even members of the aristocracy who grapple with their changing fortunes in the shadow of Bonaparte's tyranny. This section sets the stage for a compelling exploration of early 19th-century European politics, revealing the human impact behind historical events. (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 | France -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815 |
| Subject | France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3896 |
| Release Date | Dec 4, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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