This book provides a concise, lively, up-to-date portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte's character and career, including his most important battles, while setting him firmly against the backdrop of the French Revolution of 1789.

A concise, lively and up-to-date portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte's character and career, including his most important battles and setting him firmly against the backdrop of the French Revolution of 1789.

It is entertaining to read and discusses the important events and developments surrounding Napoleons reign.