Private Memoirs Of The Court Of Napoleon

by Louis François Joseph Bausset-Roquefort
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  • Added: 2025-12-11
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Goodreads · 2023-01-01
fascinating 4.25

As a member of the Imperial palace, the author provides a close-up view of Napoleon's life and reign. The book is praised for its detailed account of key events.

This book is a real treasure for anyone interested in Napoleon. The author was right there in the Imperial palace, so you get a close-up view of Napoleon's life and reign. It's not just a dry account of events, but a personal story that brings Napoleon to life. The book covers key events from the coronation to the campaigns in Europe and Russia. It's a detailed and engaging account that will appeal to both history buffs and casual readers. The author's personal perspective makes the book stand out from other Napoleon biographies. It's a great read that will give you a new appreciation for this complex historical figure.

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    As a member of the Imperial palace and closest aides and servants of Napoleon in both war and ...

    Firsthand account of Napoleon's imperial court by Baron de Bausset-Roquefort, witnessing key events from coronation through European campaigns to Russia in 1812 ...

    The memoirs begin with the coronation of Napoleon as Emperor of the French; as Napoleon marches across Europe, his palace campaigns with him from the Pratzen ...

Reddit - r/Napoleon · 2020-01-01
insightful 4.50

The book is highly recommended for its unique perspective from the civilian side of Napoleon's court. It provides a fresh look at the historical figure.

If you're looking for a different take on Napoleon, this book is a great choice. It's not just another military history, but a look at the personal side of Napoleon's life. The author was a civilian in the court, so it's a unique perspective that you don't often see. The book is well-written and engaging, and it's clear that the author had a lot of respect for Napoleon. It's a great read for anyone interested in history or Napoleon in particular. The book is also a good choice if you're looking for something a bit different from the usual Napoleon biographies.

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    Private Memoirs Of The Court Of Napoleon by Louis François Joseph de Bausset-Roquefort is great, although it's more from the civilian side ...

    It's not just another military history, but a look at the personal side of Napoleon's life.

    The author was a civilian in the court, so it's a unique perspective that you don't often see.

Five Books · 2019-10-28
intriguing 4.00

The book challenges common perceptions of Napoleon, portraying him as a good employer and a witty individual. It offers a unique perspective from someone who was close to him.

This book really changes the way you think about Napoleon. It's not the usual story of a tyrant, but instead shows him as someone who was quite charming and even funny. The author was part of Napoleon's inner circle, so it's a really personal look at his life. It's fascinating to see how Napoleon treated his staff and handled the challenges of ruling an empire. The book is a great read for anyone interested in history or Napoleon in particular. It's not just a dry account of events, but a lively and engaging story that brings Napoleon to life in a new way.

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    This book explodes many of the myths about Napoleon being a vicious and unpleasant individual.

    Instead, he comes over as a good employer, a witty man, and ...

    Bausset definitely did admire Napoleon—not blind hero-worship by any means, but he was somebody who saw Napoleon for what he was.

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