Dreams of Empire: Napoleon and the First World War, 1792-1814

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pp. 373, “Published in the bicentenary year of the French Revolution, this book details Napoleon Bonaparte’s campaigns outside Europe, apart from an opening chapter covering his emergence as an outstanding commander during the Battle of Toulon. In his quest to become Emperor of the Orient and Conqueror of India as well as the Emperor of France, Napoleon waged successful campaigns in both North and South America, the West Indies, the Middle East, Africa and Ireland. The author examines the entire policy followed by Napoleon in the colonies, providing biographical, military and geographical information of each battle, culminating in the defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.”

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ISBN 1559720360
ISBN13 9781559720366
Number of pages 373
Original Title Dreams of Empire: Napoleon and the First World War, 1792-1814
Published Date 1990
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication New york
Edition First Edition
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pp. 373, “Published in the bicentenary year of the French Revolution, this book details Napoleon Bonaparte’s campaigns outside Europe, apart from an opening chapter covering his emergence as an outstanding commander during the Battle of Toulon. In his quest to become Emperor of the Orient and Conqueror of India as well as the Emperor of France, Napoleon waged successful campaigns in both North and South America, the West Indies, the Middle East, Africa and Ireland. The author examines the entire policy followed by Napoleon in the colonies, providing biographical, military and geographical information of each battle, culminating in the defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.”

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Weight 1.1 kg