The French Revolution in the 18th century saw the downfall of the French monarchy and the ascension of a prominent figure who played a major role in shaping modern European history. The abolishment of ...

As only French biographers can do, every conceivable motive and alternative scenario is presented at every stage in the astonishing rise of the subject from the petty and parvenu and rather ...

As an exemplary military leader and self-crowned emperor, Napoleon capitalized on his mastery of manipulating traditional media, says Forrest, director of the Centre for 18th Century Studies in ...

Saul David is a bestselling historian and broadcaster. His recent books include SBS: Silent Warriors, Sky Warriors and Tunisgrad: Victory in Africa. He writes op eds and reviews for The Telegraph, The ...