The Reluctant King: Joseph Bonaparte King Of The Two Sicilies And Spain
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Michael Ross
Binding: Hardback
Published: Mason/Charter, New York, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This historical biography chronicles the tumultuous reign of Joseph Bonaparte, older brother to Napoleon, as he reluctantly ascended to the thrones of Naples and later Spain. Michael Ross uncovers the complex political landscape of early 19th-century Europe, presenting a nuanced portrait of a man caught between familial loyalty and the demands of empire. The narrative illustrates the challenges and personal struggles faced by a monarch thrust into power during a period of immense upheaval. It details the intricate web of alliances, conflicts, and reforms that defined his time as The Reluctant King, offering a compelling look at a pivotal figure in Napoleonic history.
Author: Michael Ross
Binding: Hardback
Published: Mason/Charter, New York, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This historical biography chronicles the tumultuous reign of Joseph Bonaparte, older brother to Napoleon, as he reluctantly ascended to the thrones of Naples and later Spain. Michael Ross uncovers the complex political landscape of early 19th-century Europe, presenting a nuanced portrait of a man caught between familial loyalty and the demands of empire. The narrative illustrates the challenges and personal struggles faced by a monarch thrust into power during a period of immense upheaval. It details the intricate web of alliances, conflicts, and reforms that defined his time as The Reluctant King, offering a compelling look at a pivotal figure in Napoleonic history.