Napoleon At Bay, 1814 (1914) - Hardcover

Napoleon At Bay, 1814 is a historical book written by Francis Loraine Petre and published in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during the final months of Napoleon Bonaparte's reign as the Emperor of France. The book covers the period from January to April 1814, when Napoleon was forced to abdicate and go into exile on the island of Elba.The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the military campaigns and battles that took place during this period, including the Battle of La Rothi�����re, the Battle of Montmirail, and the Battle of Arcis-sur-Aube. It also explores the political and diplomatic events that led to Napoleon's downfall, including the role played by the European powers in his defeat.Petre's writing is engaging and informative, and he draws extensively from primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official documents to provide a vivid and accurate account of the events. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Napoleonic Wars, and it provides a valuable insight into the politics and military tactics of the time.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.