Scurr, Ruth
Napoleon: A Life in Gardens and Shadows
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784704032
- author:
- Scurr, Ruth
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 3.7 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Napoleon: A Life in Gardens and Shadows by Ruth Scurr is a revelatory portrait of one of history's most complex figures. This innovative biography explores Napoleon's enduring love affair with nature, as revealed through the gardens that shaped his life. From his childhood olive groves on Corsica to the walled garden of Hougoumont at Waterloo, and from Josephine's menageries in Paris to the tranquil surroundings of St Helena, Scurr uncovers a Napoleon both as Emperor and as an individual. This captivating narrative humanizes a giant figure, offering a fresh perspective on his life and legacy. Through the gardens that provided solace and inspiration, Scurr sheds new light on Napoleon's experiences, frustrations, and passions. A gripping and original biography that will appeal to anyone interested in history, politics, or the natural world.
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