The History of Josephine: Makers of History Series

by John S.C. Abbott and Jacob Abbott

Book Overview

From humble Caribbean roots to the pinnacle of imperial power, Josephine's life traced the arc of triumph and tragedy writ large across the canvas of history.

As an innocent island girl, she witnessed the horrors of the slave trade before a tempestuous arranged marriage brought the young Creole beauty to Parisian high society. There her grace and charm catapulted Josephine to fame in the salons and court of Louis XVI.

But as the guillotine's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 161104846X
• ISBN13: 9781611048469
• Release Date: November 2023
• Publisher: Cedar Lake Classics
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7