
by Napoléon Bonaparte · Garnier · ISBN 9782810504107

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This book explores the life and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte, covering his rise as a conqueror and legislator, as well as the myth surrounding his figure. It includes introductory material, primary sources, and text extracts from various authors, including Napoleon himself, Chateaubriand, and Stendhal. The book is part of the 'Ils ont fait la France' series.

Napoleon Bonaparte, later known by his regnal name Napoleon I, was Emperor of the French from 18 May 1804 until his first abdication in 1814, with a brief restoration during the Hundred Days in 1815. He rose to prominence as a general during the French Revolution and led a series of military campaigns across Europe and the Middle East during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. As a statesman, he implemented numerous legal and administrative reforms in France and Europe.
