ebooks Trail of Hope: The Anders Army; An Odyssey Across Three Continents (General Military) by Norman Davies in History

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‘ . . . a powerful portrait of a complex individual. It uses Napoleon’s own words to show his genius; arrogance; insecurities; and frustrations. The reader will be amazed by Napoleon’s attention to detail; from those of pressing national interests to the mundane (such as the problem of heartbroken soldiers in his guard.) . . . This makes it an invaluable reference book that should be on the bookshelf of anyone interested in the period.’Rob Burnham; Editor; Napoleon SeriesIn the words of Napoleon is a startling insight into the life and deeds of Napoleon I. Derived from Napoleon’s extensive correspondence and his other writings and recorded speech; this valuable compilation acts as a diary or journal; encompassing the whole of the emperor’s life. Napoleon’s words – as recorded on a particular day – are set down as ‘entries’; and these offer a unique glimpse into the major events of the Napoleonic period.The diary reveals Napoleon’s thoughts and actions as his great life unfolded and throws light on his attitudes to war; politics and the many varied personalities who surrounded – or opposed – him. As entries appear on an almost daily basis; the reader has the opportunity to trace the surging course of events as they happened; and to witness the emperor’s response to the rise and fall of his fortunes.Philip Haythornthwaite provides a fascinating introduction which analyses Napoleon’s words; and includes biographical sketches of the key personalities of the era.