Napoleon

Napoleon

Alexandre Dumas

The novel is part of a series of Dumas' historical-biographical novels in which the author, based on real events, creates an exciting and accessible portrayal of great figures in world history.

Dumas's Napoleon is not a classic historical biography in the academic sense, but a romanticized history, full of dramatic scenes, descriptions of battles, dialogues and portraits of real people, with great literary freedom. It is not a cold biography, but a dramatic reconstruction of life, with clear sympathy for Napoleon as a tragic hero. The novel also contains political, emotional and psychological layers - it depicts Napoleon not only as a leader and conqueror, but also as a man. Dumas's Napoleon is a work that brings the complex character of the Emperor of France closer to the reader in an accessible and emotional way. Although historically inaccurate in some parts, the novel remains a valuable read for getting to know Napoleon's story through a literary prism - full of heroism, tragedy and epic drama.

Translation
A. Maksimović, B. Kaćanski
Graphics design
Marijan Jevšovar
Dimensions
22 x 15 cm
Pages
203
Publisher
Epoha, Zagreb, 1966.
 
Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
Language: Croatian.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, excellent condition
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