The Life and Letters of Madame Bonaparte is a biographical work written by Eugene L. Didier that explores the life of Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Josephine. The book is a comprehensive account of Josephine's life, from her early years in Martinique to her marriage to Napoleon and her eventual rise to become Empress of France. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including letters and other personal documents, to provide a detailed portrait of Josephine's character, her relationships with others, and her place in ...
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The Life and Letters of Madame Bonaparte is a biographical work written by Eugene L. Didier that explores the life of Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Josephine. The book is a comprehensive account of Josephine's life, from her early years in Martinique to her marriage to Napoleon and her eventual rise to become Empress of France. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including letters and other personal documents, to provide a detailed portrait of Josephine's character, her relationships with others, and her place in history. The book also offers insights into the political and social context of the time, including the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. Overall, The Life and Letters of Madame Bonaparte is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life of one of the most important figures of the 19th century.1879. The history of Elizabeth Patterson, who became by her marriage with Jerome Bonaparte the sister-in-law of the Emperor Napoleon and the half-dozen kings and queens whom the French Caesar placed upon the thrones of Europe, as told through her letters written to her father. Her letters display an amazing knowledge of the world, a keen analysis of men's motives, and an eager pursuit of worldly honors. This Baltimore girl, married at eighteen and deserted at twenty, seems to have possessed the savoir-vivre of Chesterfield, the cold cynicism of Rochefoucauld and the practical economy of Franklin.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.
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