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Author Goldsmith, Lewis, 1763?-1846
Title Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud (Being secret letters from a gentleman at Paris to a nobleman in London) — Volume 4
Note Reading ease score: 47.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud" by Lewis Goldsmith is a historical account, composed during the early 19th century, that delves into the intrigues and politics of Napoleon Bonaparte's court in Paris. The book is presented as a series of secret letters written by a gentleman in Paris to a nobleman in London, providing insight into the political climate, conspiracies, and the personal dynamics surrounding the Emperor's reign. The memoir chronicles life in the court and the societal tensions of the time, revealing the vice and virtue of the era. The content of "Memoirs of the Court of St. Cloud" offers detailed narratives of various assassination plots against Napoleon, notably those involving women, such as Charlotte Encore. These accounts showcase the paranoia and dangers that enveloped Bonaparte, illustrating how fear of conspiracy led to widespread surveillance and repression within his regime. Goldsmith provides vivid character sketches, not just of Napoleon but also of key figures in his government, revealing the complexities of their motivations and the often hypocritical moralities at play. The letters expose the lavishly deceptive life at the Court of St. Cloud where political machinations and personal vendettas intertwine, leaving the reader with a nuanced understanding of the sociopolitical landscape during this tumultuous period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Subject France -- Court and courtiers
Subject France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815
Subject France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 3895
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 9, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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