Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Joseph Bonaparte, King of Naples and of Italy is a book written by John Stevens Cabot Abbott and published in 1869. It is a biography of Joseph Bonaparte, the elder brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, who was appointed King of Naples in 1806 and later King of Spain from 1808 to 1813. The book traces Joseph Bonaparte's rise to power, his reign as king, and his eventual exile to the United States after the fall of Napoleon. Abbott provides an in-depth analysis of Joseph Bonaparte's character, his political and military achievements, and his contributions to the cultural and economic development of Naples and Italy. The book also explores the complex relationships between Joseph Bonaparte and his family, including his brother Napoleon, his wife Julie Clary, and his children. Overall, the History of Joseph Bonaparte, King of Naples and of Italy is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most fascinating figures of the Napoleonic era.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.
