Life of the Empress Josephine, Wife of Napoleon (1870)

The Life of the Empress Josephine, Wife of Napoleon is a biography book that explores the life of Josephine Bonaparte, the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, one of the most significant figures in French history. The book, published by Porter and Coates Publishing, delves into the early life of Josephine, her marriage to Napoleon, and her role as the Empress of France.The book covers Josephine's childhood in Martinique, her first marriage to Alexandre de Beauharnais, her imprisonment during the French Revolution, and her eventual marriage to Napoleon in 1796. The authors also discuss her contribution to French society as the Empress, her patronage of the arts, and her involvement in politics.The book provides insights into Josephine's personality, her relationships with her family members, and her struggles with infertility. It also highlights the challenges she faced during her marriage to Napoleon, including his infidelity and their eventual divorce.The Life of the Empress Josephine, Wife of Napoleon is a well-researched and detailed biography that offers readers a glimpse into the life of one of the most influential women in French history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of France, the Napoleonic era, or the lives of powerful women.1870. This book reveals a wonderful story about one of the most remarkable of all the extraordinary characters who rose from the French Revolution. It depicts her intellectual superiority to Napoleon, her desire for the glory of France and above all her kindness, generosity, devotion and love. Partial Contents: Beauharnais, Massacres of September, Revolution of the 18th Brumaire, Empress of France, Alexander of Russia, Letters of Barras, Arrest of Nevil, Affair of Lajollais, Duke of d'Enghien.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.