The Man of Destiny: Play Guide and Free Edition
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The Man of Destiny is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Shaw, Bernard (1856–1950).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Man of Destiny" by Bernard Shaw is a play written in 1897, set during Napoleon's early Italian campaign. After victory at the Battle of Lodi, Napoleon discovers crucial military dispatches have been stolen. When a mysterious woman appears claiming her brother took them, a battle of wits ensues. She eventually returns the documents but warns Napoleon against reading one particular letter—a revelation that could trigger scandal and duels. As tensions mount, the truth about the woman's identity and Napoleon's marriage hangs in the balance.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Man of Destiny
- Author credits: Shaw, Bernard (1856–1950)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Italy -- Drama
- Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Drama
Gutenberg collections
- Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
- Nobel Prizes in Literature
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