| Author |
Imbert de Saint-Amand, 1834-1900 |
| Translator |
Perry, Thomas Sergeant, 1845-1928 |
| Title |
The Court of the Empress Josephine
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Anne Soulard, Charles Aldarondo, Keren Vergon, Shawn Wheeler, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Court of the Empress Josephine" by Imbert de Saint-Amand is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book explores the grandeur and intricacies of the imperial court during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife, Josephine. It delves into the fascinating dynamics, rivalries, and political maneuvers of a court characterized by its dazzling displays of power and wealth, as well as the ephemeral nature of such glory. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the early years of the Empire, particularly focusing on Josephine. It discusses the transition from the tumultuous atmosphere of the French Revolution to the establishment of the imperial court, emphasizing the tensions among Napoleon’s family, the courtiers, and the public. Through vivid descriptions, it highlights Josephine's anxieties regarding her uncertain future as Empress and the delicate balance she must maintain amidst court gossip and her husband's ambitions. The beginning of the narrative draws readers into the vibrant yet fraught world of the early 19th-century French Empire, replete with splendor and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Josephine, Empress, consort of Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1763-1814
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9831 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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