Memoirs of the Empress Josephine, Vol. 1 of 2 by Madame de Rémusat
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"Memoirs of the Empress Josephine, Vol. 1 of 2" by Madame de Rémusat is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The memoirs provide an intimate look at the life of Empress Josephine, particularly through the perspective of Madame de Rémusat, who served as her lady-in-waiting. The narrative explores the dynamics of the imperial court and offers insights into the personalities and events surrounding Josephine and Napoleon Bonaparte. The opening
of this memoir sets the stage by introducing the author’s background and her close connections with key figures of the era, particularly Josephine and Napoleon. It details Madame de Rémusat's ascent at court following her marriage, her family's turbulent history during the Revolution, and her subsequent loyalty to Empress Josephine amidst the shifts in power. Through her eyes, readers begin to witness the complexities of court life, nuances of personal relationships, and the atmosphere of early 19th-century France, particularly as it evolves with the establishing of the Empire and its implications for all involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rémusat, Madame de (Claire Elisabeth Jeanne Gravier de Vergennes), 1780-1824 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Rémusat, Paul de, 1831-1897 |
| Translator | Hoey, Frances Cashel, 1830-1908 |
| Translator | Lillie, John, 1845-1925 |
| Title | Memoirs of the Empress Josephine, Vol. 1 of 2 |
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Produced by Marcia Brooks, Al Haines, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archives-US |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries |
| Subject | Josephine, Empress, consort of Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1763-1814 |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Marriage |
| Subject | France -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49175 |
| Release Date | Jun 9, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 723 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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