josephine

Born Marie-Josephe-Rose de Tascher de La Pagerie on the Caribbean island of Martinique, the woman Napoleon would later call Josephine was the ultimate survivor. Her first husband was executed during the reign of terror and she was almost executed herself. This experience fueled her ambition and determination to find a man who could finance and sustain her. In 1795 she met Napoleon and together they conquered Europe. But she could not produce the heir Napoleon needed and so they parted. The rest of the story, as they say, is history.

Josephine is witness to futher battles and scandal of the Revolution. Napoleon is victorious in his wars, and is elevated in popularity. Soon, after more scandal, the Directors of the Revolution are overcome and Josephine and Napoleon are the new leaders of France. This novel ends with the couple moving in to the palace.

A fictionalized account of the life of Josephine Bonaparte that examines her childhood on the Caribbean island of Martinique, marriage to a young French aristocrat, relationships with some of France's most powerful political figures, affair and marriage to Napoleon, and other related topics.

A biography of the Creole girl from the island of Martinique who became Empress of France.

Presents a comprehensive analysis of two landmark paintings that celebrated the coronation of Napoleon including "Napoleon I on his Imperial Throne" and Jacques-Louis David's "Le Sacre.".

Chronicles the life of Josephine de Beauharnais, discussing her love for fine things, her relationship with Napoleon Bonaparte, the influence she had on his political involvements, and other related topics.

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