Hortense by John S. C. Abbott
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"Hortense" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the life and times of Hortense de Beauharnais, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte, illuminating the dramatic backdrop of the French Revolution and its aftermath. The narrative explores not only the tribulations and triumphs of its central character but also the complex relationships and societal changes that defined her era. The opening of
the book introduces Josephine, Hortense's mother, recounting her struggles from an early age, including a forced marriage and the turbulent impacts of the French Revolution. As the narrative progresses, it highlights Josephine's enduring love for her children, even amidst political turmoil and personal tragedies, culminating in the execution of her first husband. The gripping early chapters set the stage for Hortense's rise in the imperial court as the daughter of Napoleon, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and the complexities of family ties during a revolutionary age. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Hortense Makers of History Series |
| Credits |
Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Biography |
| Subject | France -- History -- Revolution, 1789-1799 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Consulate and First Empire, 1799-1815 |
| Subject | Hortense, Queen, consort of Louis Bonaparte, King of Holland, 1783-1837 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Restoration, 1814-1830 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis Philippe, 1830-1848 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24659 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 720 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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