Folk-Tales of Napoleon Napoleonder from the Russian; The Napoleon of the People from the French of Honoré De Balzac

** "Folk-Tales of Napoleon" by Aleksandr Amfiteatrov and Honoré de Balzac is a compilation of stories that mixes real historical events with fantasy from the early 1900s. These narratives come from both Russian and French points of view to show Napoleon Bonaparte’s life and how he affected the cultures of these countries. The book retells his history and the legacy that his actions inspired. In one story, God makes Napoleon from sand to punish people but warns him not to feel sorry for anyone. As Napoleon conquers, he learns about being human and the harm he causes. In another tale, a soldier tells French farmers how Napoleon rose to power and fell, painting him as a God-given leader who was celebrated for his wins, showing how war, power, and right and wrong were viewed during his rule. **