Publisher's Synopsis
Napoleon the Third: A Biography is a book written by Edmund B. D'Auvergne that provides a comprehensive account of the life and reign of Napoleon III, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. The book covers the period from Napoleon III's birth in 1808 to his death in 1873, and it examines his rise to power as the Emperor of France, his political and economic policies, his military campaigns, and his personal life.The author explores how Napoleon III came to power and the challenges he faced during his reign, including the growing opposition from the republican movement and the disastrous Franco-Prussian War. The book also delves into Napoleon III's personal life, including his relationships with women, his health issues, and his exile after the fall of his empire.D'Auvergne draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of Napoleon III. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in French history and the life of Napoleon III.1929. Throughout the middle decades of the last century, Louis Napoleon Bonaparte held the center of the world's stage. To many of his contemporaries he appeared the archenemy of Europe, as one who might at any moment let loose his legions to bring all the nations beneath his sway. Everybody allowed that his career was of the most romantic. By a stretch of language he might have been said to have spent half his time in prison and half on the throne. He was the adventurer triumphant beyond the wildest dreams of adventurers, the parvenu arrived at heights of glory rarely to be attained by the legitimate heirs of age-long dynasties. The Contents are divided into three parts: The Pretender; The Autocrat; and The Liberal Emperor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
