| Author |
Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850 |
| Translator |
Bell, Clara, 1834-1927 |
| Translator |
Marriage, Ellen, 1865-1946 |
| Title |
The Napoleon of the People
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Napoleon of the People" by Honoré de Balzac is a historical tale woven into a narrative that reflects on the life and influence of Napoleon Bonaparte, crafted during the early 19th century. This book is essentially a fictional narrative that encapsulates the loyalty, reverence, and almost mythic status that Napoleon held among his soldiers and the French populace. The story is relayed by Goguelat, an ex-soldier, recounting his experiences and observations of Napoleon's rise and fall, along with the profound impact he had on those around him. The narrative takes readers through a vivid portrayal of significant events in Napoleon's life, from his military campaigns to his eventual downfall. Goguelat paints a picture of Napoleon not just as a military leader but almost as a divine figure—a man who seemed to possess an extraordinary destiny, reshaping the life of everyone he encountered. The journey traverses key battles, political maneuvers, and the ultimate treachery that led to his demise, emphasizing the deep connection between the Emperor and the common soldier. Balzac captures the complexities of heroism and betrayal, examining how Napoleon's ambition also coincided with humanity's darker traits, often reflecting on the randomness of glory and misfortune in the grand tapestry of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7958 |
| Release Date |
Oct 16, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 4, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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