02260cam a22003133u 4500 20515 UtSlPG 20260610133456.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Brady, Cyrus Townsend, 1861-1920 The Eagle of the Empire: A Story of Waterloo Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-02-04 Produced by Al Haines "The Eagle of the Empire: A Story of Waterloo" by Cyrus Townsend Brady is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the tumultuous events surrounding the Battle of Waterloo, exploring both the military and human elements of war, with a focus on the character of Napoleon Bonaparte and a young soldier named Jean Marteau, who serves in his ranks. It promises to intertwine themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the horrors of conflict, all set against a significant backdrop of European history. The opening of the novel establishes a somber atmosphere as it introduces Napoleon in a precarious position, anxious and beleaguered as he grapples with the dire news of his military situation. He is surrounded by high-ranking officers who express a mix of loyalty and trepidation regarding the Emperor as they face overwhelming odds. The narrative also introduces Jean Marteau, a young officer who demonstrates unwavering devotion to Napoleon, indicating that he will have a pivotal role in the unfolding events. This first portion paints a vivid picture of the tension and despair among French forces while foreshadowing Marteau's critical mission, setting the stage for impending battles and personal sacrifice in the name of duty and love. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified War stories Waterloo, Battle of, Waterloo, Belgium, 1815 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20515 61786 61786