Courtship By Command

Courtship By Command

Matilda Maria Blake

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104638733
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Courtship By Command: A Story Of Napoleon At Play (1895) by Matilda Maria Blake is a historical fiction novel that follows the romantic pursuits of Napoleon Bonaparte during his time as the Emperor of France. The story is set in the early 19th century and is narrated by a young woman named Eug�����nie, who becomes a lady-in-waiting to Empress Josephine, Napoleon’s wife.As Eug�����nie observes the courtly intrigues and power plays of the Imperial court, she becomes increasingly fascinated by Napoleon and his charismatic personality. She witnesses firsthand the many women who are drawn to him, including his mistresses and lovers, and she begins to wonder if she too could capture his attention.Despite the social barriers that separate them, Eug�����nie finds herself falling in love with Napoleon and she begins to scheme and plot to win his affections. However, her plans are complicated by the presence of other women in Napoleon’s life, as well as the political turmoil and military campaigns that constantly occupy his attention.As the story unfolds, Eug�����nie must navigate the treacherous waters of courtly politics and romantic rivalries, all while trying to capture the heart of the most powerful man in France. Will she succeed in her quest for love, or will she be doomed to watch from the sidelines as Napoleon’s attention is captured by another?Courtship By Command is a fascinating and entertaining novel that offers a glimpse into the world of Napoleon Bonaparte and the women who loved him. With its vivid descriptions of the Imperial court and its colorful cast of characters, this book is sure to delight fans of historical fiction and romance alike.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.

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