Citizeness Bonaparte (1899)

Citizeness Bonaparte is a historical biography written by French author Imbert de Saint-Amand in 1899. The book tells the story of Marie-Joseph Rose Tascher de La Pagerie, better known as Josephine Bonaparte, who rose from humble beginnings in Martinique to become the wife of Napoleon Bonaparte, the Emperor of France. The book explores Josephine's early life in Martinique, her marriage to Alexandre de Beauharnais, her experiences during the French Revolution, and her eventual marriage to Napoleon. It also delves into her role as Empress of France and her relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Napoleon's sister Pauline and the Duke of Wellington. Throughout the book, de Saint-Amand paints a vivid picture of the opulence and extravagance of Napoleon's court, as well as the political and social upheaval of the era. The author also provides insight into Josephine's personality and character, highlighting her charm, wit, and intelligence. Overall, Citizeness Bonaparte is a compelling and informative biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential women of the 19th century.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.