Josephine

Josephine: Empress of the French is a biographical account of the life of Josephine Bonaparte, the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte. Written by Frederick Albion Ober and first published in 1901, the book tells the story of Josephine's life from her early years in Martinique to her marriage to Napoleon and her reign as Empress of France. The book explores Josephine's childhood, her first marriage, and her rise to prominence in French society. It also delves into her relationship with Napoleon, including their courtship, marriage, and eventual divorce. The author provides insight into Josephine's personality, her struggles as a woman in a male-dominated world, and her impact on French society during her time as Empress.Ober's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a range of sources to paint a vivid picture of Josephine's life and times. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the French court during the early 19th century. Overall, Josephine: Empress of the French is an excellent biography of a fascinating historical figure. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, the Napoleonic era, or the lives of influential women throughout history.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.