Englund, Steve
Napoleon
- ISBN 13:
- 9780451531650
- author:
- Englund, Steve
- format:
- Mass Market Paperback
- publisher:
- Signet Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 17.4 x 10.4 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Classics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Napoleon by Felix Markham is a meticulously researched and vividly written account of the life and legend of one of history's most iconic figures. Based on intimate documents, including personal letters and decoded diaries, this work offers a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of Napoleon's career, influenced by social and intellectual forces, as well as the men and forces that opposed him. The book provides a detailed reconstruction of Napoleon's life, situating military events, political movements, and personal intrigues within their proper context. This masterful work has been widely praised for its significance in Napoleonic literature, drawing on previously unseen sources to shed new light on one of history's most fascinating subjects. By examining the inner workings of Napoleon's world, Markham provides a rich and engaging portrait that is both informative and compelling.