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Bedtime Biography: Napoleon The Great summary
Andrew Roberts
How Napoleon Conquered Europe and Changed the World
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What is Bedtime Biography: Napoleon The Great about?
Narrated by Cathleen McCarron
Music by Federico Coderoni
Napoleon the Great (2014) is an in-depth look into the life and times of the infamous French conqueror, Napoleon Bonaparte. These blinks detail how Napoleon, once a penniless young man, became a general at the age of 24 before going on to revolutionize the French military and government, and leaving an indelible mark on European and world history.
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Andrew Roberts is a renowned and award-winning historian and biographer. He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, and his other titles include The Storm of War: A New History of the Second World War and Salisbury: Victorian Titan.
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Few people have left as large a mark on history as Napoleon Bonaparte – a man of relatively humble origins who became an emperor and conquered much of Europe.
In this bedtime biography, we’ll explore Napoleon’s story. We’ll learn about his upbringing, his rise to power, and his many battles and wars. It’s a long and fascinating story, so make sure you’re comfy, and we’ll begin.
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Who should read Bedtime Biography: Napoleon The Great
- History buffs
- Students of European and military history
- Anyone interested in a truly fascinating life story
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