Napoleon And Josephine: A Tragedy In A Prologue And Five Acts (1876)

By Richmond Sheffield Dement

Book Overview

""Napoleon and Josephine: A Tragedy in a Prologue and Five Acts"" is a play written by R. S. Dement and first published in 1876. The play tells the story of the tumultuous relationship between Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military and political leader, and his wife Josephine de Beauharnais. The play is divided into six parts, including a prologue and five acts, and follows the couple's courtship, marriage, and eventual separation. The play explores themes of love, power, and betrayal, and offers a dramatic interpretation of one of history's most famous couples. The play is notable for its vivid characterizations of Napoleon and Josephine, as well as its depiction of the political and social context of their time. Overall, ""Napoleon and Josephine: A Tragedy in a Prologue and Five Acts"" is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on a legendary couple.""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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163935603
• ISBN13: 9781163935606
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"