Le Monde illustré - Revue - Centenaire de Napoléon - No. 3305 - 23 avril 1921

Librairie nouvelle, Paris, 1921. First Thus. Softcover (Side-stapled). Good Condition. Magazine This issue is dedicated to the centenary of Napoleon's death in 1821 & contains a condensed biography of his life, relationships & battles including the Italian campaign; the Egyptian campaign; the Prussian campaign; & Waterloo. Among many b/w. illustrations are: The Triumph of Boneparte (art work); the busts of the first consul (sculptures); sabre of honour of General Desaix; marshal baton of Marshal Ney; weapons before being used in two attacks against Napoleon; keys of chamberlains of the sovereigns of the imperial family; & the signatures of Napoleon. Other illustrated articles include: Empress Josephine; Napoleon, Marie-Louise and the King of Rome (their son); in Saint-Helena, the illness and the death of Napoleon; the apotheosis; & a great minister of finance: Gaudin Duke of Gaete (1756-1840). Magazine paginated from 287 to 318 with 1920's contemporary advertisements to the other (front & rear) pages. Size: Small Folio (over 12" -19" tall). 44 pages. Text is in French. Item Type: Magazine. No Dust Jacket as published. Wear to edges of covers & pages; central double page loose but present.. b/w. illustrations throughout. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Communications & Media; Napoleon; French Magazines; French History; France; 1920s; French Language; History. Inventory No: 5076. . thisis a large format item so extra shipping charges may be requested.