Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol.V, (Paperback)

The fifth book of Sir Walter Scott's "The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte" gives a thorough account of Napoleon's stay in exile on the island of Saint Helena up to his death in 1821. Scott explores Napoleon's ideas on politics, history, and his position in it as he examines his life and legacy throughout this time. Napoleon's relations with the British government, the governor of Saint Helena, as well as his health problems and final death, are also covered in the book. Scott underlines Napoleon's complexity throughout the book and his lasting influence on European politics and society. The fifth book brings Scott's thorough investigation of Napoleon's life to a fitting end and delivers insightful information about the man and his impact.