Napoleon's Children


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Napoleon


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This panoramic volume tells the story of French art, culture and life from the 1770s to the 1820s: the first French voyages of discovery to Australia, the stormy period of social change with the outbreak of the French Revolution, and the rise to power of the young Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine.




Napoleon


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Sent to a military school at nine, Napoleon rapidly rose through the ranks of the French Army. But a brilliant military career wasn't enough. Soon, he had seized control of France and then he embarked upon a plan to rule all of Europe.




Napoléon's Last Will and Testament


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The Story of Napoleon


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Napoleon Bonaparte was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the latter stages of the French Revolution and its associated wars in Europe. As Napoleon I, he was Emperor of the French from 1804 to 1814. He implemented a wide array of liberal reforms across Europe, including the abolition of feudalism and the spread of religious toleration. His legal code in France, the Napoleonic Code, influenced numerous civil law jurisdictions worldwide. Napoleon is remembered for his role in leading France against a series of coalitions in the Napoleonic Wars. He won the majority of his battles and seized control of most of continental Europe in a quest for personal power and to spread the ideals of the French Revolution. Widely regarded as one of the greatest commanders in history, his campaigns are studied at military academies worldwide. He remains one of the most studied political and military leaders in all of history.




Clisson and Eugénie


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The tragic story of Clisson and Eugenie reveals one of history's great leaders to also be an accomplished writer of fiction.Written in an eloquently Romantic style true to its period, the story offers the reader a fascinating insight into how the young Napoleon viewed love, women and military life.




Who Was Napoleon Bonaparte? | World Leader Biographies Grade 5 | Children's Historical Biographies


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Discuss the life and works of Napoleon Bonaparte. Who was he and what was his role in the historic Louisiana Purchase, which furthered the reach of the US government? By reading historical biographies, you will be able to trace how decisions made in the past are affecting your life today. Grab a copy and start learning today.




L'Aiglon


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Edmond Rostand's six-act play "L'Aiglon" follows the life of Napoleon II, the son of Emperor Napoleon I, and his second wife, Empress Marie Louise. The title of the play is derived from Napoleon II's nickname, the French word for "eaglet".




Napoleon


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Napoleon the dog amuses himself on a rainy day by spending time in the attic catching raindrops in tin cups, rummaging through his treasure box, reading old newspapers, and decorating an old coat with Christmas ornaments.







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