Hortense

of letters from the exile. As the narrative contained in these letters throws very interesting light upon the character of the mother as well as of the son, we shall insert it in the next chapter.

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Chapter X.

Letter from Louis Napoleon to

His Mother.

1836-1837

The attempt at Strasburg.

My Mother,—To give you a detailed recital of my misfortunes is to renew your griefs and mine. And still it is a consolation,


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of letters from the exile. As the narrative contained in these letters throws very interesting light upon the character of the mother as well as of the son, we shall insert it in the next chapter.

* * *


Chapter X.

Letter from Louis Napoleon to

His Mother.

1836-1837

The attempt at Strasburg.

My Mother,—To give you a detailed recital of my misfortunes is to renew your griefs and mine. And still it is a consolation,


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