This book is suitable for children age 9 and above. Napoleon Bonaparte was the first emperor of France. He was a very successful military general and he led his army into many victorious battles. This is the story of how a lawyer's son rose to become a powerful emperor.

In 'The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte (Illustrated)' by Ida M. Tarbell, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the life of one of history's most formidable figures, Napoleon Bonaparte. Tarbell's detailed and meticulous research brings to life the rise and fall of Napoleon, delving into his military campaigns, political strategies, and personal life. The book is written in a clear and engaging prose that makes it accessible to a wide range of readers. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the reading experience, providing visual context to the events and individuals discussed. Ida M. Tarbell, a prominent American journalist and biographer, was known for her investigative reporting and in-depth analysis of key historical figures. Her interest in Napoleon's life likely stemmed from a desire to uncover the complexities of power and ambition that define great leaders. Tarbell's expertise shines through in this comprehensive biography that sheds light on Napoleon's legacy and impact on world history. 'The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte (Illustrated)' is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in the fascinating life of Napoleon Bonaparte. Tarbell's insightful narrative and skillful storytelling make this book a valuable addition to any library.

Excerpt from Life of Napoleon Bonaparte: Emperor of the French; Containing Numerous Anecdotes of His Court and Times; With Illustrations A man more eminent than Napoleon Bona parte. The World has scarcely yet settled down in quietness, from the convulsive agita tions produced by his vast ambition and military enterprises. It is essential, therefore, that every person who has the least pretension to historical information, should make himself acquainted with all the important facts in the life of so prominent a Captain; and as it cannot be expected that the youthful reader can have the means or the disposition to study the voluminous works wherein the subject is elaborately treated, the American publisher hopes that he will render an accept able service in presenting this general outline, with the View of introducing the subject to the attention of juvenile readers. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

This meticulously written biography presents the exciting and remarkable life of the most notable French statesman and military leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. In addition, this book is also supplemented with a biographical sketch of Napoleon's wife, Josephine.