Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 09

"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 09" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical recollection from the 19th century. This book is a memoir filled with Bourrienne's observations as Napoleon Bonaparte's private secretary, covering the years 1805 to 1807. The story sets the stage with Europe in political and military turmoil, especially during the War of the Third Coalition. It touches on things like getting rid of the revolutionary calendar and Napoleon getting ready for war because of Austria's military actions. We get to meet important people like General Mack and Captain Bernard, and we see how Napoleon strategically moves his troops and makes announcements as he leads the French army into Germany. Bourrienne gives us a look at Napoleon's personality, how he handles diplomacy, and the excitement among his soldiers as battles get closer.