by Catherine Bearne (Author)
A Queen of Napoleon's Court: The Life Story of Desiree Bernadotte is a biographical book written by Catherine Bearne. The book tells the story of Desiree Bernadotte, a woman who rose to prominence in the court of Napoleon Bonaparte. Desiree was born in 1777 in Marseille, France, and was the daughter of a wealthy silk merchant. She met Napoleon when he was a young general and they became close friends. However, when Napoleon became emperor, he married Josephine de Beauharnais instead of Desiree.Despite this setback, Desiree continued to be an important figure in Napoleon's court. She married Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte, a marshal of France, and became queen of Sweden and Norway. The book details her life as a queen, including her struggles with infertility and her eventual adoption of a son, Oscar. It also explores her relationships with other members of the royal family and her involvement in political affairs.The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of Desiree's life, including her upbringing, her time in Napoleon's court, and her reign as queen. It also delves into the historical context of the time, including the French Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars, and the political climate of Europe. Overall, A Queen of Napoleon's Court is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Europe in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, as well as the life of an extraordinary woman who defied expectations and rose to the highest levels of society.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.
Number of Pages: 508
Dimensions: 1.02 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: September 10, 2010
