Mémoires de Joseph Fouché, Duc d'Otrante, Ministre de la Police Générale by Fouché

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Author Fouché, Joseph, duc d'Otrante, 1759-1820
Title Mémoires de Joseph Fouché, Duc d'Otrante, Ministre de la Police Générale
Tome II
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Summary "Mémoires de Joseph Fouché, Duc d'Otrante, Ministre de la Police Générale" by Fouché is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a detailed insight into the political machinations, personal reflections, and events surrounding Fouché’s life during a turbulent period in France, particularly under Napoleon’s regime. As the former Minister of Police, Fouché reflects on his rise to power, his subsequent fall, and the complexities of navigating a world rife with intrigue, betrayal, and shifting allegiances. The opening of this memoir establishes Fouché's intent to address the misconceptions and judgments surrounding his political career in an honest and reflective manner. He grapples with the consequences of his actions and the perception of his role in the Napoleonic government, contrasting his self-portrayal as a protector of the state with the perspectives shaped by his enemies. Fouché discusses his recent disgrace, his appointment as Governor-General of Rome, and the ensuing political drama, hinting at the complexity of his relationships with other power players. He reveals a sense of urgency and necessity in presenting this narrative, positioning these memoirs not as a mere recounting of events but as a testament to his political life and motivations during a time that would soon lead to his retrospective evaluation amid the downfall of an empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject France -- Court and courtiers
Subject France -- History -- 1789-1815
Subject Fouché, Joseph, duc d'Otrante, 1759-1820
Subject Bonaparte family
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EBook-No. 19008
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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