A Daughter of Napoleon: Memoirs of Emilie de Pellapra, Comtesse de Brigode, Princess de Chimay (1922)

""A Daughter of Napoleon"" is a memoir written by Emilie de Pellapra, Comtesse de Brigode, Princess de Chimay, detailing her life as a member of the French aristocracy during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte. The book provides an intimate look into the life of a woman who was close to the emperor and his family, and who lived through some of the most tumultuous times in French history. The memoir covers Emilie's childhood, her marriage to a Belgian nobleman, her time at the court of Napoleon, and her experiences during the Bourbon Restoration. The book also provides insights into the social and political climate of the time, as well as the lives of other notable figures such as Talleyrand and the Duke of Wellington. Overall, ""A Daughter of Napoleon"" is a fascinating and informative account of a remarkable woman's life during a pivotal period in European history.Translated By Katherine Miller.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.