Pauline Bonaparte: Venus of Empire

Exploring the life of Pauline Bonaparte Borghese, this biography reveals her as a captivating figure in the Napoleonic era, renowned for her beauty and scandalous love affairs. With a penchant for opulence, she famously posed nearly nude for Canova and maintained a complex relationship with her brother, Emperor Napoleon. Pauline's loyalty was unwavering, as she followed him into exile and sought to join him again after Waterloo. Flora Fraser offers a vibrant portrayal that sheds new light on both Pauline and the historical context of her time.