napoleon

In a dual narrative that pits the heights of human ambition and achievement against the supremacy of nature, Stephan Talty tells the story of a mighty ruler and a tiny microbe, antagonists whose struggle would shape the modern world. --from publisher descriptioin.

Addresses the twenty-five year Age of Napoelon, which went far beyond his death, from 1795 to 1820, and the non-military influences he and his successors had on France in terms of administration and civil reforms.

In 1815 on the remote island of Saint Helena, fourteen-year-old Betsy Balcombe develops a friendly relationship with Napoleon Bonaparte who, after his defeat at Waterloo, is brought there as an exile and is housed with her family.

A biography of Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing his life and quest for power from his birthplace on the island of Corsica to his exile and death on St. Helena.

Presents a pocket guide to French history and describes the city of Paris through the courtship of Napoleon and Josephine.

An account of the exploits of Etienne Gerard, officer of one of France's crack cavalry regiments during the time of the Napoleonic Wars.

An account of the twenty years that marked the rise and fall of Napoleon. Describes the people, events and great battles of the time, including the last battle at Waterloo.

Describes the Battle of Waterloo, the climax of The Hundred Days, the period when Napoleon returned from exile on Elba and once again seized control of France.