The Balzac, Honoré de 1799-1850 creator Bell, Clara 1834-1927 Marriage, Ellen 1865-1946 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Napoleon of the People" by Honoré de Balzac is a historical tale woven into a narrative that reflects on the life and influence of Napoleon Bonaparte, crafted during the early 19th century. This book is essentially a fictional narrative that encapsulates the loyalty, reverence, and almost mythic status that Napoleon held among his soldiers and the French populace. The story is relayed by Goguelat, an ex-soldier, recounting his experiences and observations of Napoleon's rise and fall, along with the profound impact he had on those around him. The narrative takes readers through a vivid portrayal of significant events in Napoleon's life, from his military campaigns to his eventual downfall. Goguelat paints a picture of Napoleon not just as a military leader but almost as a divine figure—a man who seemed to possess an extraordinary destiny, reshaping the life of everyone he encountered. The journey traverses key battles, political maneuvers, and the ultimate treachery that led to his demise, emphasizing the deep connection between the Emperor and the common soldier. Balzac captures the complexities of heroism and betrayal, examining how Napoleon's ambition also coincided with humanity's darker traits, often reflecting on the randomness of glory and misfortune in the grand tapestry of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-10-16 Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger Original publication data not identified Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7958 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7958 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133215.0 7958