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Various |
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The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 10, No. 263, Supplementary Number (1827)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 10, No. 263," authored by Sir Walter Scott, is a historical publication likely produced in the early 19th century. The book serves as a supplementary number of a periodical that encapsulates the life and times of significant historical figures, with particular focus on the life of Napoleon Bonaparte and the sociopolitical atmosphere surrounding his reign. It aims to provide both entertaining and instructive insights into the era, making it an informative read for those interested in history. In this edition, Scott delves into the turbulent life of Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing his rise from modest beginnings in Corsica to his meteoric ascent as a military and political leader in France. The narrative includes descriptions of key events such as Napoleon's military exploits during the French Revolution, his marriage to Josephine, his declaration as Emperor, and the subsequent political maneuvers that defined his reign. Additionally, Scott explores the contrasting personalities of significant figures in Napoleon's life and provides a vivid depiction of the events leading to his eventual fall from power and exile. Through historical anecdotes and character analysis, Scott illuminates the complexities of Napoleon's character, his ambitions, and the legacy he left behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9883 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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