Publisher's Synopsis
Bonaparte's Park and the Murats is a historical book written by Evan Morrison Woodward and first published in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the lives and careers of the Murat family, who were related to Napoleon Bonaparte through marriage. The Murats were a prominent family in 19th century France and were known for their military and political achievements.The book begins with an introduction to the Murat family and their rise to prominence during the French Revolution. It then goes on to explore the family's relationship with Napoleon Bonaparte and their involvement in his military campaigns. The book also delves into the personal lives of the Murats, including their marriages, children, and social activities.One of the main focuses of the book is the Murats' ownership of Bonaparte's Park, a large estate in France that was once owned by Napoleon Bonaparte himself. The book describes the history of the estate and its significance to the Murat family.Throughout the book, Woodward provides detailed descriptions of the Murats' personalities, accomplishments, and failures. He also includes anecdotes and personal stories that give readers a glimpse into the family's private lives.Overall, Bonaparte's Park and the Murats is a fascinating historical account of a prominent French family and their connection to Napoleon Bonaparte. It is a must-read for anyone interested in French history or the Bonaparte dynasty.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.