On the Art of Reading · Character
Napoleon
Napoleon Bonaparte, mentioned as a historical figure in discussions of power and reading.
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First appearance: lecture ii apprehension versus comprehension
Napoleon shows up with force in Lecture V: On Reading for Examinations. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned in the context of military genius and the sudden flash of inspiration, paralleling literary creation.
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