The Story of Napoleon’s Death Mask (1915)

The Story of Napoleon's Death Mask is a historical book written by George Leo De St. M. Watson in 1915. The book provides a detailed account of the death mask of Napoleon Bonaparte, which was made shortly after his death in 1821. The author traces the history of the mask, from its creation by the French physician Dr. Antommarchi to its acquisition by the British collector Sir Hudson Lowe.The book also delves into the controversy surrounding the death of Napoleon, with some historians alleging that he was poisoned. The author explores the various theories and provides his own analysis of the evidence.In addition to the historical and forensic aspects of the story, the book also touches on the cultural significance of Napoleon and his death mask. The author discusses the various ways in which the mask has been used in art, literature, and popular culture.Overall, The Story of Napoleon's Death Mask provides a fascinating look into one of the most iconic artifacts of the Napoleonic era, and sheds new light on the life and death of one of history's most controversial figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.