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Ambition and desire: the dangerous life of Josephine Bonaparte
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New York : Ballantine Books, ©2014.
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viii, 384 pages, 16 pages of plates : color illustrations, portraits, facsimiles, photographs (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
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Traces the rags-to-riches story of Josephine Bonaparte, discussing her humble origins, powerful ambitions, and her passionate relationship with Napoleon.

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 355-365) and index.
Description
Traces the rags-to-riches story of Josephine Bonaparte, discussing her humble origins, powerful ambitions, and her passionate relationship with Napoleon.
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Williams, K. (2014). Ambition and desire: the dangerous life of Josephine Bonaparte. First Edition. New York, Ballantine Books.

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Williams, Kate, 1974-. 2014. Ambition and Desire: The Dangerous Life of Josephine Bonaparte. New York, Ballantine Books.

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Williams, Kate, 1974-, Ambition and Desire: The Dangerous Life of Josephine Bonaparte. New York, Ballantine Books, 2014.

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Williams, Kate. Ambition and Desire: The Dangerous Life of Josephine Bonaparte. First Edition. New York, Ballantine Books, 2014.

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