The Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol.III - Couverture souple

Sloane, William Milligan

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 935871297X ISBN 13 : 9789358712971

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2023

Synopsis

American historian William Milligan Sloane wrote a history of Napoleon Bonaparte titled "The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte". Napoleon's life, from his exile on Saint Helena in 1815 to his death in 1821, is continued in the third book. Sloane covers all aspects of Napoleon's exile, including his encounters with his British captors and his musings on his life and legacy. The political atmosphere in Europe following Napoleon's fall and the effects of his dominance are additional topics covered in the book. Like in the earlier volumes, Sloane paints a nuanced and complex picture of Napoleon, examining both his virtues and vices. Overall, "The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte" is an in-depth biography that captures the attention of readers and gives a thorough description of one of the most significant characters in modern history.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

American historian and educator William Milligan Sloane (1850-1928). He was raised in Pennsylvania and attended Princeton University for his undergraduate studies. After that, Sloane continued his education by enrolling in graduate programs at the University of Leipzig in Germany, where he was a student of famous historian Theodor Mommsen. Returning to America, Sloane taught at Princeton before obtaining a job at Columbia University in 1886, where he spent the remainder of his professional life. Sloane was a prolific writer who focused heavily on French history and other aspects of European history. His three-volume biography of Napoleon Bonaparte, which is regarded as a masterpiece on the topic, is what made him most famous. As president of the American Historical Association and a trustee of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Sloane was also active in a number of civic and cultural organizations. Sloane was a dedicated supporter of world peace and cooperation in addition to his scholarly activities. He participated in a number of international organizations devoted to advancing world peace and understanding, including as a delegate to The Hague Peace Conference in 1899.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 935871297X
• ISBN 13: 9789358712971
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 293
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