Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 01

By Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne

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Witness the making of a future emperor as his confidant unveils his childhood, education, and the ambition that ignited his ascent to power.

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Biographies History - European

Released

2002-12-01

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Summary

"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 01" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical memoir that chronicles the early life and rise to power of Napoleon Bonaparte through the eyes of his personal secretary. Bourrienne recounts Napoleon's formative years, illuminating his childhood struggles, education at the Military College of Brienne, and the key relationships that molded his character. The narrative emphasizes Napoleon's mathematical talents, his Corsican loyalty, and his burgeoning ambition, painting a picture of a complex leader on the path to future military and political prominence, all while blending personal stories with significant historical moments.