Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II

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Author Fleury de Chaboulon, Pierre Alexandre Édouard, baron, 1779-1835
Title Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II
Note Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II" by M. Fleury de Chaboulon is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the political intrigue surrounding Napoleon’s return to power and the tumultuous periods leading up to and following the Hundred Days. It describes the complex relationships and betrayals among Napoleon and his ministers, particularly focusing on espionage and diplomatic maneuvers. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Napoleon's attempts to navigate the treacherous political environment of post-1815 France, particularly relating to his interactions with various key figures like the Duke of Otranto, Fouché, and Austrian agents. This portion reveals the Emperor's suspicions regarding these ministers' loyalties and his worry about plots against his reign. The narrative emphasizes Napoleon's strategic mindset and the political chess game unfolding as he seeks to maintain power against ambitious adversaries and the backdrop of foreign threats, leading the reader to an intricate portrayal of the power struggles of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Biography
Subject France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815
Subject Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Elba and the Hundred Days, 1814-1815
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