02555cam a22003613u 4500 3558 UtSlPG 20260610133113.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834 Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2002-12-01 This etext was produced by David Widger "Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a firsthand account of the personal experiences and observations of Bourrienne, who was Napoleon's private secretary, and revolves around pivotal events during Napoleon's rise to power, particularly in 1804-1805. The memoir delves into intricate details of court politics, judicial proceedings, and the relationships between Napoleon Bonaparte and key figures of his time. The beginning of this volume introduces a series of dialogues and reflections surrounding significant trials, particularly that of General Moreau, and sheds light on the Emperor's opinions regarding loyalty, power, and the implications of political alliances. Bourrienne recounts his encounters with Napoleon, capturing moments of both intimacy and tension. As he navigates these complex interactions, he provides insights into Napoleon's character, his ambitions for Italy, and the political landscape of Europe during a transformative period. This opening portion sets the stage for deeper explorations of Napoleon's strategies and the personal dynamics that influenced his reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with private secretaries Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834 Private secretaries -- France -- Biography Phipps, Ramsay Weston, 1838-1923 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3558 45605 45605