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Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de
1769
1834
Fauvelet de Bourrienne, Louis Antoine
De Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet
Phipps, Ramsay Weston
1838
1923
Phipps, R. W. (Ramsay Weston)
Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 06
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"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 06" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The memoirs serve as a detailed record of Napoleon's life from the perspective of his private secretary, Bourrienne, providing insight into the inner workings of Napoleon's government and personal relationships, particularly during pivotal years of his rule. In this volume, the topics likely encompass political maneuvers, military campaigns, and the establishment of the Legion of Honour, alongside Bourrienne's observations on Napoleon's character and leadership style. The opening of the volume sets the stage by explaining the dubious nature of official bulletins published under Napoleon’s regime, emphasizing Bourrienne's insistence on the inaccuracies that distorted public perception of events and military victories. Throughout the early chapters, Bourrienne recounts critical moments such as the establishment of the Legion of Honour and various political struggles surrounding Napoleon’s ambition for power. The narrative details both significant political decisions and the personal dynamics within Napoleon's circle, including encounters with figures like General Bernadotte and the First Consul's oftentimes tumultuous relationships with his family and advisors. This early glimpse into the memoirs illustrates the complexities of loyalty, power, and ambition during a pivotal era in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries
Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with private secretaries
Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834
Private secretaries -- France -- Biography
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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