1797 – 1815
The Napoleonic Wars were a series of battles led by Napoleon Bonaparte, who wanted to expand the French Empire. These battles involved many European countries and famous battles like Austerlitz and Waterloo. Napoleon’s actions changed the map of Europe and had a lasting impact on military tactics and international relations.
Picture books
Napoleon vs. the Bunnies
Fun read-aloud story about a real-life event, for younger readers
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My Napoleon
Story of a young English girl whose family hosts Napoleon in exile
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The Emperor and the Drummer Boy
Story of a young boy serving in Napoleon’s navy
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I, Crocodile
Playful story about a crocodile that Napoleon brings to Paris from Egypt
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A Giraffe Goes to Paris
True story of a giraffe sent to Paris from Egypt
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Chapter books
Napoleon & Josephine: The Sword And The Hummingbird
Novel of Josephine’s early life and marriage to Napoleon
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The Court of Stone Children
Story of a girl time-traveling back to Napoleon’s day to solve a mystery
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Betsy and the Emperor
Novel about Napoleon’s friendship with the daughter of his host family in exile
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Non-fiction books
Children at the Battle of Waterloo
Hour-by-hour account of the Battle of Waterloo from the perspective of real children who were there
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