Memoirs of the life, exile, and conversations of the Emperor Napoleon. (Vol. I)
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| Author | Las Cases, Emmanuel-Auguste-Dieudonné, comte de, 1766-1842 |
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| Title | Memoirs of the life, exile, and conversations of the Emperor Napoleon. (Vol. I) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Memoirs of the Life, Exile, and Conversations of the Emperor Napoleon. (Vol. I)" by the Count de Las Cases is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book provides a detailed narrative of the author's time spent with Napoleon Bonaparte, focusing on his character, his conversations, and his reflections during the period of exile on the island of Saint Helena. Through personal anecdotes and insights, the work seeks to illustrate the complexities of Napoleon's persona beyond the grand historical deeds for which he is known. The opening of the memoir describes the unique circumstances which brought the author close to the Emperor. The Count reflects on his admiration and loyalty to Napoleon, ultimately deciding to accompany him during his exile as a show of allegiance. He recounts the transformative events of the early 19th century, including the political upheaval of the French Revolution and the rise and fall of Napoleon. As the narrative unfolds, the author prepares to document their conversations and the intimate details of Napoleon's life during exile, suggesting a personal and reflective exploration of one of history's most enigmatic figures. (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 -- Contemporaries |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Captivity, 1815-1821 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53967 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 17, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 244 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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