Napoleon: A Life by Andrew Roberts is a comprehensive biography that offers an in-depth look at the life and legacy of one of history’s most complex and controversial figures. Roberts challenges previous perceptions of Napoleon, presenting him as a master strategist, reformer, and visionary. Drawing from newly available sources, including Napoleon’s personal letters, the book reexamines his rise to power, his military genius, his empire-building, and his eventual downfall. A compelling portrait of a man who shaped the course of European history.