Memoirs of the Life, Exile, and Conversations, of the Emperor Napoleon, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): With Portraits and Numerous Other Embellishments: ... Other Embellishments (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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ISBN 10: 1330502248 ISBN 13: 9781330502242

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book offers a unique insight into the life and mind of the exiled Emperor Napoleon, who, from his isolation on Saint Helena, reflects on the rise and fall of his empire. The author's firsthand account of their daily conversations provides a glimpse into Napoleon's unvarnished thoughts on war, politics, and the nature of power. Beyond the historical significance, this book explores universal themes of ambition, resilience, and the human desire for legacy. The author challenges prevailing narratives and presents a nuanced, intimate portrait of one of history's most controversial figures.

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Excerpt from Memoirs of the Life, Exile, and Conversations, of the Emperor Napoleon, Vol. 2: With Portraits and Numerous Other Embellishments

Island of Elba was not acquiesced in, that every one did not perceive that my reign was desirable and necessary for the balance and repose of Europe! But kings and people both feared me; they were wrong, and may pay dearly for it. I returned a new man; they could not believe it; they could not imagine that a man might have sufficient strength of mind to alter his character, or to bend to the power of circumstances. I had, however, given proofs of this, and some pledges to the same effect. Who is ignorant that I am not a man for half measures? I should have been as sincerely the monarch of the constitution and of peace, as I had been of abso lute sway and great enterprises.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330502248
• ISBN 13: 9781330502242
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 412