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382. Young Napoleon: Teenage Revolutionary (Part 1)

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Napoleon

Adam Zamoyski

you Frenchmen, not a contender with having robbed us of everything we hold dear, have also corrupted our character.

Plutarch

Plutarch was his great favorite and Plutarch of course is a titanic figure in the 18th century because Plutarch writes this idea of great lives great…

Le Comte d'Essex

He wrote a book called Le Comte d'Essex.

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“I would plunge the avenging dagger, up to the hilt, in the breast of the tyrant!” Born in Corsica a year after the island was given to France by the Genoese, Napoleon Bonaparte grew up in a world of political and civil unrest. His father had close ties with the leader of the Corsican resistance movement, Pasquale Paoli, who would leave a lasting impression on young Napoleon. However, sent to study at a military academy in France, the future Emperor would begin to shed his Corsican roots, and start to embrace more revolutionary, universalist ideals... Join Tom and Dominic in the first part of our series on Young Napoleon, as they discuss the tumultuous island he grew up on, his enthusiasm for the French Revolution, the effect on him of his military schooling, and his complicated relationship with France. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith

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Napoleon

Adam Zamoyski

The host mentions the book 'Napoleon' by Adam Zamoyski to explore the origins and early life of Napoleon Bonaparte, e…

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Plutarch

The host discusses the significant impact of Plutarch on Napoleon's development and worldview. They highlight how Plu…

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Le Comte d'Essex

The host mentions 'Le Comte d'Essex' to illustrate Napoleon's early literary pursuits, particularly his inclination t…

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The strongest audience signal points to History enthusiasts and students of European history and Historians and enthusiasts of Napoleon's life.

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Napoleon

Adam Zamoyski

Best for History enthusiasts and students of European historyOften cited around Napoleon's historical significance

“Adam Zamoyski in his book says he would have seen French mobile columns burning the countryside, slaughtering the flocks of rebels.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Napoleon's historical significance

For: History enthusiasts and students of European history

Key quote: “you Frenchmen, not a contender with having robbed us of everything we hold dear, have also corrupted our character.”

The host mentions the book 'Napoleon' by Adam Zamoyski to explore the origins and early life of Napoleon Bonaparte, emphasizing his complex identity as a Corsican rather than a Frenchman. This discussion aims to shed light on Napoleon's profound impact on modern Western history, which has often been overlooked.

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Plutarch

Best for Historians and enthusiasts of Napoleon's lifeOften cited around Napoleon's education and influences

“Plutarch was his great favorite and plutarch of course is a titanic figure in the 18th century because plutarch writes this idea of great lives.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Napoleon's education and influences

For: Historians and enthusiasts of Napoleon's life

Key quote: “Plutarch was his great favorite and Plutarch of course is a titanic figure in the 18th century because Plutarch writes this idea of great lives great people who shape history that clearly entered into Napoleon's soul.”

The host discusses the significant impact of Plutarch on Napoleon's development and worldview. They highlight how Plutarch's writings on great lives shaped Napoleon's understanding of history and his own identity as an outsider.

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Le Comte d'Essex

Best for Readers interested in historical figures and their formative years.Often cited around Napoleon's early writings

“He wrote a book called Le Comte d'Essex. A book about Andrew Roberts. I couldn't help but think about your vampire novels, Tom, because Andrew Roberts quotes...”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Napoleon's early writings

For: Readers interested in historical figures and their formative years.

Key quote: “He wrote a book called Le Comte d'Essex.”

The host mentions 'Le Comte d'Essex' to illustrate Napoleon's early literary pursuits, particularly his inclination towards Gothic novels. This reference serves to highlight the contrast between Napoleon's serious ambitions and his youthful, melodramatic writing style.

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you Frenchmen, not a contender with having robbed us of everything we hold dear, have also corrupted our character.

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