02504cam a22003733u 4500 3569 UtSlPG 20260610133113.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845 Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 02 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Uniform title: Mémoires de Constant. English Release date is 2002-12-01 This etext was produced by David Widger "Recollections of the Private Life of Napoleon — Volume 02" by Louis Constant Wairy is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed and personal insight into the life of Napoleon Bonaparte from the perspective of his valet de chambre, exploring the intricacies of his domestic life, political maneuvers, and the characters that surrounded him during his reign. The opening of the book introduces key events surrounding the arrival of Don Louis, the newly appointed King of Etruria, in Paris in May 1801. The narrative unfolds with the discussions and observations made during royal visits and lavish feasts, which reflect both the opulence of life at the Tuileries and the political dynamics at play. Wairy paints the King as somewhat ineffective and overly concerned with reputation, while also weaves in the perspective of the First Consul, Napoleon, who critiques the King’s demeanor and lifestyle. As the events progress, the allure and pressures of court life become evident, illustrating not just personal interactions but also the broader political redoubt of the French monarchy amidst republicanism. (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 Wairy, Louis Constant, 1778-1845 Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Relations with valets Valets -- France -- Biography Clark, Walter, 1846-1924 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3569 45616 45616