by Heuston, Kimberley.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: A wicked history Published by : Franklin Watts, (New York :) Physical details: 128 p. : ill. , map ; 19 cm. Subject(s): Napoleon --I, --Emperor of the French, --1769-1821. | Emperors --France --Biography. | France --History --1789-1815. Year : 2010
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Serial Data | Published | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westisle Composite High School | 944.05 | Available |
"Egotist"--Cover.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 125) and index.
A taste for power -- Born to fight -- Going French -- Revolution! -- In command -- Success in Paris -- General Bonaparte -- The war in Italy -- Into Egypt -- Seizing power -- Enforcing the peace -- Remaking France -- Emperor Napoleon -- Better than king -- Unlimited power -- The continental system -- The Spanish ulcer -- Domestic affairs -- Disaster on the battlefield -- Waterloo.
An engaging biography of Napoleon Bonaparte--one of the most brilliant and reckless generals in history--who declared himself emperor of France in 1804, conquered lands from Portugal to Poland, made kings and queens of his family members, and nearly brought all of Europe to its knees.