The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte (Vol. 1-4)

The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte (Vol. 1-4)

Revolutionary, Strategist, Commander, Conqueror, Emperor, PrisonerBy William Milligan Sloane
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In 'The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte,' William Milligan Sloane meticulously chronicles the extraordinary journey of one of history's most enigmatic figures across four volumes. Sloane adopts a rich narrative style, combining scholarly rigor with accessible prose, which breathes life into the complexities of Napoleon's character and the turbulent era he dominated. The work is not merely a biography; it is a tapestry woven with insights into the political, social, and military contexts of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, highlighting the profound impact of the Napoleonic Wars on Europe and beyond. William Milligan Sloane, a distinguished historian and professor, was deeply influenced by the historical discourse of his time, especially the evolving perceptions of leadership and power. His academic background enabled him to approach Napoleon not just as a military strategist but as a multifaceted leader whose ambitions reshaped nations. Sloane's thorough research and engagement with European history gave him profound insights that inform this comprehensive narrative. For scholars, historians, and casual readers alike, 'The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte' is an indispensable resource that not only entertains but also enlightens. Sloane's profound analysis and vivid storytelling will captivate anyone interested in understanding the legacy of Napoleon and the intricate tapestry of his time.

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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length58 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1PREFACE TO THE LIBRARY EDITION
2PREFACE
3CHAPTER I. Introduction.
4CHAPTER II. The Bonapartes in Corsica.
5CHAPTER III. Napoleon's Birth and Childhood.
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6CHAPTER IV. Napoleon's School-days.
7CHAPTER V. In Paris and Valence
8CHAPTER VI. Private Study and Garrison Life.
9CHAPTER VII. Further Attempts at Authorship.
10CHAPTER VIII. The Revolution in France.
11CHAPTER IX. Buonaparte and Revolution in Corsica.
12CHAPTER X. First Lessons in Revolution.
13CHAPTER XI. Traits of Character.
14CHAPTER XII. The Revolution in the Rhone Valley.
15CHAPTER XIII. Buonaparte the Corsican Jacobin.
16CHAPTER XIV. Buonaparte the French Jacobin.
17CHAPTER XV. A Jacobin Hegira.
18CHAPTER XVI. "The Supper of Beaucaire".
19CHAPTER XVII. Toulon.
20CHAPTER XVIII. A Jacobin General.
21CHAPTER XIX. Vicissitudes in War and Diplomacy.
22CHAPTER XX. The End of Apprenticeship.
23CHAPTER XXI. The Antechamber to Success.
24CHAPTER XXII. Bonaparte the General of the Convention.
25CHAPTER XXIII. The Day of the Paris Sections.
26CHAPTER XXIV. A Marriage of Inclination and Interest.
27CHAPTER XXV. Europe and the Directory.
28CHAPTER XXVI. Bonaparte on a Great Stage.
29CHAPTER XXVII. The Conquest of Piedmont and the Milanese.
30CHAPTER XXVIII. An Insubordinate Conqueror and Diplomatist.
31CHAPTER XXIX. Bassano and Arcola.
32CHAPTER XXX. Bonaparte's Imperious Spirit.
33CHAPTER XXXI. Rivoli and the Capitulation of Mantua.
34CHAPTER XXXII. Humiliation of the Papacy and of Venice[69].
35CHAPTER XXXIII. The Preliminaries of Peace—Leoben.
36CHAPTER XXXIV. The Fall of Venice.
37Footnote
38CHAPTER I. Rescue of the Directory
39CHAPTER II. The Treaty of Campo Formio
40CHAPTER III. Bonaparte and Talleyrand[3]
41CHAPTER IV. Commotions in European Politics
42CHAPTER V. The Expedition to Egypt[6]
43CHAPTER VI. The Landing in Egypt[7]
44CHAPTER VII. The Disaster at Acre[8]
45CHAPTER VIII. Aboukir and the Great Desertion[9]
46CHAPTER IX. "The Return of the Hero"[10]
47CHAPTER X. Bonaparte Seizes his Opportunity
48CHAPTER XI. The Overthrow of the Directory
49CHAPTER XII. Bonaparte the First Consul
50CHAPTER XIII. Bonaparte Embodies the Revolution

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