Back to books
Search another book
How to use this page
Every mention links back into the exact moment in an episode.
Click “Mentioned at …” to copy the timestamp.
Guests and podcasts are cross-linked so you can follow the thread.
Mentions across episodes
“Adam Zamoyski in his book says he would have seen French mobile columns burning the countryside, slaughtering the flocks of rebels.”
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.