Publisher's Synopsis
""Talks of Napoleon at St. Helena with General Baron Gourgaud"" is a book written by Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer. It is a collection of conversations that took place between Napoleon Bonaparte and General Baron Gourgaud during their time together on the island of St. Helena. The book provides an intimate look into the mind and opinions of Napoleon, as well as his interactions with those around him. The conversations cover a wide range of topics, including politics, war, philosophy, and personal anecdotes. The book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the life and times of Napoleon Bonaparte.1903. Together with the journal kept by Gourgaud on their journey from Waterloo to St. Helena. Contents of The Talks of Napoleon: Early Years; Napoleon's Rise to Fame and Fortune; Campaign of Marengo; Government of France Under the Consulate and the Empire; Bonaparte Consul; Napoleon Emperor; Campaigns of 1809 in Spain and Austria; Domestic Relations; Campaigns of 1812-1814 in Russia, Germany and France; Elba and the Return from Elba; Waterloo; France after the Restoration; Great Generals in the Past; Marshals and Generals, 1814-15; The Art of War; Anecdotes and Miscellaneous Sayings; and Religion.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.
