Napoleon: the man who shaped europe

Resumen

A controversial and convincing biography of Napoleon which explores the reasons for his sullied reputation, which the author contends is unjustified, including new material on The Cessation of Louisiana in 1803 and Napoleon and the Jews. The author gives the reader a complete synopsis of the life, times and works of Napoleon. He also examines the recent discovery of evidence pertaining to the circumstances of his murder by poisoning, and the reasons for Napoleons, apparently unjustified, bad reputation. The mystery and controversy surrounding Napoleons noble but illegitimate birth is explored, backed up by compelling historical evidence. A full study of his civic and military achievements is included as well as an analysis of his character and philosophy.<