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Andrew Roberts offers a sweeping, one-volume portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte, from his birth in 1769 to his death in 1821. The biography is grounded in the recently released collection of thirty‑three thousand letters, which provide fresh insight into Napoleon’s character, motives, and leadership style. Roberts combines meticulous archival work—including visits to 53 key battle sites and the island of St. Helena—with a clear narrative that balances the emperor’s military genius with his political acumen. The result is a comprehensive, well‑documented account that situates Napoleon within the broader context of late‑18th‑and early‑19th‑century French history.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Andrew Roberts
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