02586cam a22003133u 4500 53969 UtSlPG 20260610134238.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Las Cases, Emmanuel-Auguste-Dieudonné, comte de, 1766-1842 Memoirs of the life, exile, and conversations of the Emperor Napoleon. (Vol. III) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-01-16 Produced by KD Weeks, Josep Cols Canals and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Memoirs of the Life, Exile, and Conversations of the Emperor Napoleon" by the Count de Las Cases is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work details the life and reflections of Napoleon Bonaparte during his exile, providing insights into his thoughts and experiences, particularly during his time on St. Helena. As a memoir, it focuses on the personal anecdotes and discussions between the Emperor and those close to him, shedding light on his character, ambitions, and perspectives on politics and history. The opening of the memoir presents a glimpse into Napoleon's daily life and his interactions with those around him. On July 15, 1816, the Emperor converses with Las Cases while walking, discussing political matters related to his exile. He reflects on the historical significance of projects like the works at Cherbourg, showcasing not only his military and naval ambitions but also his frustrations with the government and society as they relate to his legacy. Additionally, the narrative explores Napoleon's relationships and sentiments regarding figures from history, making it clear that his mind is occupied with both personal and national concerns, as he grapples with his current circumstances and the legacy he wishes to leave behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Captivity, 1815-1821 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53969 94803 94803