Napoleon's Letters to Josephine, 1796-1812

Napoleon's Letters to Josephine, 1796-1812, offers an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of history's most complex figures, revealing the emotional and romantic currents that characterized his relationship with his first wife, Josephine de Beauharnais. The collection illustrates a literary style that melds fervent declarations of love with the stark realities of political ambition and military duty. The letters are not merely personal correspondences; they serve as a chronicle of a transformative era in European history, marked by the intertwining of personal and political upheaval during the rise and reign of... Next