9781331602804 - Colonel Wilks and Napoleon: Two Conversations Held at St. Helena in 1816 (Classic Reprint) di Wilks, Mark (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a unique perspective on the relationship between Napoleon Bonaparte and Colonel Mark Wilks, Governor of St. Helena during Napoleon's exile. Through previously unpublished notes and conversations, the author reveals the complex dynamics and tensions that existed not only between the two men but also between Napoleon and the British government. The book offers insights into Napoleon's character, his views on India, and his attempts to manipulate his captors. It also explores the challenges faced by Wilks in maintaining security while treating his prisoner with respect. The author positions the relationship between Napoleon and Wilks within the broader context of the Napoleonic Wars and the political climate of the time, shedding light on the complexities of power, loyalty, and the limits of human endurance. Ultimately, this book provides a nuanced understanding of one of history's most fascinating and enigmatic figures, as well as the challenges of managing a prisoner of war of such stature, offering a fresh perspective on the power dynamics between captor and captive. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.