Napoleon the Third: A Biography by Edmund B. D'Auvergne is a comprehensive account of the life and reign of Louis-Napol?????on Bonaparte, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte. The book covers his early life, his rise to power, his reign as Emperor of France, and his eventual downfall. D'Auvergne provides a detailed analysis of Napoleon III's political and social policies, including his efforts to modernize France, his foreign policy, and his military campaigns. The book also delves into Napoleon III's personal life, including his relationships with his wife, Empress Eug?????nie, and his mistress, Countess Castiglione. Throughout the biography, D'Auvergne explores the complex personality of Napoleon III, painting a portrait of a man who was both ambitious and insecure, visionary and flawed. The book also examines the broader historical context of Napoleon III's reign, including the impact of industrialization, the rise of nationalism, and the changing balance of power in Europe. Overall, Napoleon the Third: A Biography is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most fascinating figures in 19th-century European history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of France, the Napoleonic era, or the politics and personalities of the Victorian era.1929. Throughout the middle decades of the last century, Louis Napoleon Bonaparte held the center of the world's stage. To many of his contemporaries he appeared the archenemy of Europe, as one who might at any moment let loose his legions to bring all the nations beneath his sway. Everybody allowed that his career was of the most romantic. By a stretch of language he might have been said to have spent half his time in prison and half on the throne. He was the adventurer triumphant beyond the wildest dreams of adventurers, the parvenu arrived at heights of glory rarely to be attained by the legitimate heirs of age-long dynasties. The Contents are divided into three parts: The Pretender; The Autocrat; and The Liberal Emperor.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.