Bell, David A.
Napoleon: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199321667
- author:
- Bell, David A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 17.5 x 11.3 x 0.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Biography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Napoleon: A Very Short Introduction provides a concise and lively portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte's character and career. Contrary to popular myth, this biography dispels the notion that Napoleon was short in stature, instead focusing on his remarkable military prowess and leadership abilities. By the late 20s, Napoleon had already established himself as one of Europe's greatest generals, while by thirty he had become the master of a powerful country. His early forties saw him ruling an empire more powerful than any since Rome, with wars that reshaped the continent and claimed millions of lives. This book explores how the French Revolution played a crucial role in Napoleon's rise to power, highlighting the importance of its impact on his career. Napoleon's life was marked by both remarkable achievements and significant failures, ultimately leading him into exile in the South Atlantic during his later years.
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