Publisher's Synopsis
The Medallic History of Napoleon Bonaparte is a book written by Ann Mudie Scargill in 1820. The book provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Napoleon Bonaparte, one of the most well-known and controversial figures in European history. However, unlike other biographies, this book focuses on Napoleon's life through the lens of medals and coins that were minted during his reign.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Napoleon's life. The first chapter provides an overview of Napoleon's early life, his rise to power, and the establishment of the French Empire. The subsequent chapters cover Napoleon's major military campaigns, including the Italian campaign, the Egyptian campaign, and the Russian campaign.Throughout the book, Scargill provides detailed descriptions of the various medals and coins that were minted during Napoleon's reign. These medals and coins were created to commemorate significant events, such as Napoleon's coronation, his victories on the battlefield, and his marriage to Empress Josephine.The Medallic History of Napoleon Bonaparte is a unique and fascinating book that provides a fresh perspective on the life of one of history's most iconic figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Napoleon and the French Empire, as well as those interested in the history of numismatics.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.
