9781331131434 - The Contemporary English View of Napoleon (Classic Reprint) de Maccunn, Francis John (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the ways in which the English viewed Napoleon and his impact on global affairs from 1796 to 1821. At the outset, the author highlights the contrast between the awe in which Napoleon was held by his contemporaries and the derogatory manner in which he was often portrayed in the British press and popular culture. The book then delves into the evolution of British perceptions of Napoleon throughout his career, from his early victories in Italy to his final defeat at Waterloo. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including speeches, letters, and newspaper accounts, the author analyzes the complex and often contradictory views that the British held about Napoleon, exploring how these views were shaped by factors such as political ideology, class prejudice, and national identity. In doing so, this book provides a nuanced and insightful account of the ways in which one of historyâs most iconic figures was perceived and understood by his contemporaries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.