Publisher's Synopsis
Marie Louise and the Decadence of the Empire is a historical book written by Imbert de Saint-Amand in 1890. The book tells the story of Marie Louise, the second wife of Napoleon Bonaparte and the last Empress of the French Empire. The book begins with a brief history of Marie Louise's childhood and her marriage to Napoleon. It then delves into the details of her life as Empress, including her struggles with the French court and her relationship with her husband. The book also explores the political and social climate of the time, including the Napoleonic Wars and the decline of the French Empire. Throughout the book, de Saint-Amand provides insight into Marie Louise's character and her role in the events of the time. He paints a vivid picture of the decadence and excess of the French court, as well as the political intrigue and power struggles that characterized the era. Overall, Marie Louise and the Decadence of the Empire is a fascinating and informative look at a pivotal period in French history, as seen through the eyes of one of its most prominent figures.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.
