Napoleon Bonaparte dominated the public life of Europe like no other individual before him. Not surprisingly; the story of the man himself has usually swamped he stories of his subjects. This book looks at the history of the Napoleonic Empire from an entirely new perspective – that of the ruled rather than the ruler. Michael Broers concentrates on the experience of the people of Europe – particularly the vast majority of Napoleon's subjects who were neither French nor willing participants in the great events of the period – during the dynamic but short-lived career of Napoleon; when half of the European content fell under his rule.
#1337712 in Books imusti 2014-09-30 2015-09-11Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.30 x 1.00 x 5.90l; 1.30 #File Name: 1781593566256 pagesPen and Sword
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. Myth and reality...By HMS WarspiteThe Battle of Waterloo has long been considered a decisive moment in European history. Its bicentennial in 2015 has prompted a flood of new books on the battle. Two hundred years on; many aspects of the Waterloo campaign remain controversial. "Waterloo: Myth and Reality" brings some fresh meat to that fight.Gareth Glover is the editor of the "Waterloo Archive"; an extensive new collection of sources on the campaign of Waterloo. His background informs this book; which provides both a highly serviceable narrative and Glover's final argument on a number of cherished myths about the battle. The narrative should appeal to the general reader and the student of the battle. The comments on various myths may inform and/or infuriate; depending on the attachment of the reader to; for example; cherished regimental histories and/or national honors. There is a limited but excellent selection of maps; diagrams and illustrations to support the narrative.This reader was particularly fascinated by Glover's careful deconstruction of the final assault by Napoleon's Imperial Guard on Wellington's battered lines on the Mont St Jean ridge; late in the day on 18 June 1815. Relying heavily on French sources; the author identifies three separate and distinct elements to the attack; each of which were defeated by different Allied regiments; perhaps accounting for the still active controversy over who really won the battle. Glover's approach is methodical and even-handed. Not every reader will like his findings; but all should find this a worthwhile read. Strongly recommended.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy fchbGood maps.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Outstanding !By Dr. Leonard L. Haynes IIIAn excellent treatment and thoughtful analysis of a historic battle that changed the world.
