Discover the captivating narrative of 'Napoleon at Peace,' a compelling exploration of how Napoleon Bonaparte endeavored to stabilize France after the tumult of the French Revolution. This brand new book, published in 2022 by Reaktion Books, dives into the political intricacies and personal motivations behind Napoleon's strategies as he tackled three major challenges: war, religion, and monarchy. Written by acclaimed historian William Doyle, this insightful text illustrates how Napoleon, as First Consul, achieved military victories, established peace with the Church, and ultimately transformed his leadership to embrace a monarchical style. Learn about Napoleon's pivotal choices that shaped modern France, while also understanding the complexities of his eventual failures, particularly in his desperate bid to restore the colonial empire. With an ISBN of 9781789146172, 'Napoleon at Peace' presents a rich historical narrative that is essential for enthusiasts of French history and those looking to understand the nuances of leadership during one of Europe’s most turbulent times. Overall, this book is a vital addition to your collection if you're interested in the legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte. Enjoy free shipping on your order, which may take up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781789146172
Year: 2022
Publisher: Reaktion Books


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The French Revolution facilitated the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, but after gaining power he knew that his first task was to end it. In this book William Doyle describes how he did so, beginning with the three large issues that had destabilized revolutionary France: war, religion and monarchy. Doyle shows how, as First Consul of the Republic, Napoleon resolved these issues: first by winning the war, then by forging peace with the Church and finally by making himself a monarch. Napoleon at Peace ends by discussing Napoleon's one great failure - his attempt to restore the colonial empire destroyed by war and slave rebellion. By the time this was abandoned, the fragile peace with Britain had broken down, and the Napoleonic wars had begun.