Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de 1769-1834 creator Phipps, Ramsay Weston 1838-1923 text utu 2002 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 14 by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne" is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book is a part of a series of memoirs authored by Bourrienne, who was Napoleon's private secretary, and it centers on the personal and political events surrounding Napoleon Bonaparte during the year 1815, including his return from exile and the tumultuous period leading up to the Battle of Waterloo. In this volume, Bourrienne provides detailed insights into Napoleon's attempts to regain his power after returning to France from Elba. The narrative covers key political maneuvers, including Napoleon's short-lived reinstatement as Emperor, his efforts to navigate the challenges posed by both the French political landscape and foreign powers, and the eventual consequences of his military campaigns. Notably, it recounts significant events such as the battles of Ligny and Quatre Bras, and culminates in the dramatic aftermath of his defeat at Waterloo, leading to his final abdication and decision to surrender to the British. The memoir offers a fascinating perspective on a pivotal moment in European history, illuminating Napoleon's complex character and the turbulent atmosphere of his reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Translated from: Mémoires sur Napoléon, le Directoire le Consulat, l'Empire et la Restauration. Release date is 2002-12-01 This etext was produced by David Widger 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 DC Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3564 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3564 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133113.0 3564