Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 02

"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 02" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a late 19th-century historical memoir that reveals the life and thoughts of Napoleon Bonaparte through the eyes of his private secretary, during crucial points in his military and political life. Beginning in 1797 after peace talks in Italy, the story recounts the reunion between the author and Bonaparte, showing how their connection shifts with Bonaparte’s growing power. The narrative underscores Napoleon's frustration with political leaders and follows his strategic thinking amid military actions and political challenges. This volume uncovers the details of Napoleon's military campaigns, relationships, and the period's complicated political strategies.