Napoleon's Women [Paperback]

Hailed by Amanda Foreman, author ofAs a soldier and an emperor, Napoleon was ruthless and determined; as a lover, he showed the same single-minded ferocity. Entertaining...Hibbert teaches a lesson often ignored in history books: that all humankind is vulnerable in intimate relationships. A pleasure, full of well-chosen information and juicy anecdotes. Hibbert has a talent for visiting old ground with a fresh eye, and as he crosses the Channel, he does not disappoint. Very enjoyable, and a cracking good read. Hibbert brings to vivid life one of the most enigmatic characters in history.