Napoleon

Using his ability to analyze character so admirably, Ludwig has presented a biography of Napoleon I, that concentrates less on the battles & more on the man: his inner history, intellect, self confidence, energy, imaginative power, clarity of thought & natural dignity. The timeline of this book is from Napoleon's birth in 1769 to his death in 1821. Along his life's journey he became a uniquely talented man, a great soldier & a great leader. It covers his heights of power & success: men & country followed him unconditionally, great kingdoms fell before him & he became emperor. It also includes his extraordinary failings: the damaging French invasion of Russia, abdication, exile, defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, island confinement & his ultimate death. Chronological Table The island The torrent The river The sea The rock Envoy Author's Acknowledgments Index