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c1900 Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte by J.S.C. Abbott Antique French History Book

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c1900 Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte by J.S.C. Abbott Antique French History Book

The Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte To Which Is Added A Sketch Of The Life Of The Late Emperor Napoleon The Third
By Joseph S.C. Abbott
Published by Ward, Lock & Co Limited: London c1900 (undated)
Notes: Includes numerous loose Napoleon related newspaper clippings.

" First published in the mid-nineteenth century and here offered in a later illustrated edition issued by Ward, Lock & Co. around 1900, The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte by Joseph S. C. Abbott presents a sweeping and accessible biography of one of history's most compelling figures. Abbott, an American historian and biographer, approaches Napoleon's life with narrative clarity and moral reflection, tracing his rise from obscure Corsican origins to Emperor of the French and dominant force in European affairs. Written for a broad readership, the work balances dramatic storytelling with historical exposition, reflecting the enduring fascination with Napoleon at the turn of the twentieth century.

Abbott follows Napoleon's military genius, political ambition, and complex personality through the Italian campaigns, the Consulate, the Empire, and the eventual downfall marked by exile and defeat. The biography is richly illustrated, enhancing its appeal as both a historical account and a visual record, and places particular emphasis on character, leadership, and the ethical dimensions of power. Added to this volume is a substantial sketch of the life of Emperor Napoleon III, extending the narrative to consider the legacy of Bonapartism and its re-emergence in nineteenth-century France, thus framing the Bonaparte story as a continuing dynastic and political phenomenon rather than a single life.

This copy is further enriched by the inclusion of numerous loose contemporary newspaper clippings relating to Napoleon and Napoleonic history, offering an intriguing layer of later interpretation and reception. Together, the text, illustrations, and ephemera make this a historically resonant and engaging volume, well suited to collectors of Napoleonic material, readers of classic historical biography, and those interested in how Napoleon's image and influence were understood and revisited in the decades after his death."

General wear and scuffing to covers and spine as shown. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. Age tanning and some light foxing present. 3 Plates + Frontis are present - presume complete. A desirable book with interesting newspaper clippings sitting loose. Good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 22cm x 14.5cm x 3.5cm - 627 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Original Decorated Cloth Bindings", "Numerous Napoleon Related Newspaper Clippings"]
Region: Europe
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear and scuffing to covers and spine as shown. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. Age tanning and some light foxing present. 3 Plates + Frontis are present - presume complete. A desirable book with interesting newspaper clippings sitting loose. Good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Joseph S.C. Abbott
Publisher: Ward, Lock & Co Limited: London
Year Printed: 1900
Sub-subject: Napoleon Bonaparte