The Mentor: Napoleon Bonaparte, Serial No. 38

Name: The Mentor: Napoleon Bonaparte, Serial No. 38
Author: Ida M. Tarbell

By Ida M. Tarbell

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A concise biography follows a Corsican-born military leader from modest beginnings through dramatic battlefield successes, a return to seize political power, and eventual exile. It traces early ambition and opportunism, rapid victories in continental campaigns, and a risky overseas expedition that precipitates his flight home. The narrative highlights his reorganization of government and economy, including tax reform, financial institutions, protection of industry, and public works. It balances descriptions of military innovation and personal boldness with the strains of prolonged war. The book interleaves campaign episodes with examinations of administrative measures and their social effects.

About the Author

Ida M. Tarbell

Ida M. Tarbell (1857-1944) was an influential American journalist and author, best known for her pioneering work in investigative journalism. She gained prominence with her detailed exposé, "The History of the Standard Oil Company," which played a significant role in the trust-busting movement of the early 20th century. Tarbell's writing often focused on social issues and the lives of notable historical figures, as seen in her biographies of Napoleon Bonaparte and Abraham Lincoln. In addition to her investigative work, she authored several autobiographical and reflective pieces, including "All in the Day's Work: An Autobiography," showcasing her experiences and insights as a woman in a predominantly male profession.