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A review by hadeanstars
Napoleon: A Life by Andrew Roberts
4.0
Magisterial is doubtless the word for this immense biography, although it leaves me with very mixed feelings. I suppose the conclusion must be that Napoleon was a flawed genius. If you are a fan of war then this cannot be beat, and neither could he until he blundered into Russia and it was all downhill from there. If you’re a fan of peace, then he can be credited with a great deal too.
This is a fantastic read, much more easy going than you might think, and it surprisingly conveys some of the great man’s humanity too.
ASA biography alone this is not quite on equal terms with Goldsworhy’s biography of Caesar, although for sheer narrative whose story could ever compare with Caesar’s? Well worth your time (but warning: it’s vast).
This is a fantastic read, much more easy going than you might think, and it surprisingly conveys some of the great man’s humanity too.
ASA biography alone this is not quite on equal terms with Goldsworhy’s biography of Caesar, although for sheer narrative whose story could ever compare with Caesar’s? Well worth your time (but warning: it’s vast).