The subject might be just one painting, but it also tells of the history of the time, military tactics, art history, and religious and regional politics
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The author’s astute understanding of the material has provided the book with a fresh take on a man that so much has been written about. Mr. Robert’s understanding of the times and personalities helped him convey that information in a clear, concise manner which kept this book relatively short (considering Napoleon’s notoriety and achievements).
Even though the novel is almost 300 years old (at the time of this post), it is still relevant and exciting. While the language does reflect the prejudices of the 18th Century, it is still a product of its time and well worth reading.
I fully realized I was being manipulated, and yet I couldn’t stop reading. The historical detail paired with engaging characters made the novel appealing
Jan Neruda is a Czech poet, considered to be an outstanding 19th Century figure in literature. He is known for his sardonic tales, poems, and short stories
The untold weirdness of history’s greatest geniuses. Laugh & learn with 30 mini-bios that humanize these larger-than-life figures. Perfect for teens and adults
Friedrich Schlegel was a German poet, philosopher, & literary critic. Mr. Schlegel was on one of the main figures of the first phase of German Romanticism
Alphonse de Lamartine was a poet, author, and statement from French. He is remembered for being a key player in the foundation of the Second Republic
Alexis de Tocqueville was a French philosopher, historian, diplomat, and scientist. He is known for his two volumes of Democracy in America
Honoré de Balzac (20 May, 1799 – 18 August, 1850) – A French novelist and playwright known for his novels and short fictional stories and eye for detail