Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte - Volume 13

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834

Contributor:

Phipps, Ramsay Weston, 1838-1923

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte - Volume 13" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This volume chronicles the final days of Napoleon's rule, focusing on his abdication and subsequent events surrounding his exile to Elba and beyond. It provides an inside look at the complexities of power, politics, and personal relationships during a pivotal moment in European history. The opening of the memoir reveals the tense atmosphere in France as Napoleon is compelled to abdicate following the relentless advance of the Allied forces. Notable figures such as Marshals Ney and Macdonald engage with the Emperor as they strive to negotiate his abdication. The narrative captures Napoleon's emotional state as he grapples with the sudden shift in his status, reflecting on his military achievements and the loyalty of his troops. Bourrienne's firsthand insights and detailed accounts create a vivid portrayal of Napoleon's last days of power, setting the stage for his eventual return from exile and the dramatic events that would follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

This etext was produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Translated from: Mémoires sur Napoléon, le Directoire le Consulat, l'Empire et la Restauration.

Release date is 2002-12-01