Bonaparte

Napoleon Bonaparte 1769-1821

He that trod upon subservient Europe
with the imperial guards' fighting prowess,
did himself and his heartthrob the empress,
entrench thrones jointly owned by their hookup.
He that caused guns to rage on Europe's plains
and cannons to thunder on Egypt's sands,
sent hussars and mamluks to distant flight.
He usurped crowns for his dear siblings' gains,
and enthroned loyalists to head vanquished lands.
But was banished for good from France's sight
after a stunning loss on Belgium's plains.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

A historical write of a character intent on taking what wasn't his. We built fortresses along our South Coast to stop him from invading us. We were successful in keeping him out. A much enjoyed historical trip written with eloquence. Thank you for the read.

A little man with big ideas and even bigger boots.

Chris

[Joseph C Ogbonna]

Thanks Chris. Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the most fascinating characters I find in history.

[Chris Shaw]

Yes and his relationship with the Empress Josephine every bit as fascinating Joseph. You wrote so well on this subject.

[Joseph C Ogbonna]

Thanks Chris. You are a remarkable poet. Your works are highly professional.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much. I have just read your Empress piece as was impressed.

[Montag]

I re-read it three times, which is the highest compliment I can pay.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

Interesting write. First like this I've read. The word choice really set the genre nice. Tyfs