Joseph Fouché

Brief Overview

Stefan Zweig's book «Joseph Fouché» is a biography of one of the most enigmatic and influential politicians of the French Revolution and subsequent eras. Joseph Fouché, a master of intrigue and manipulation, rose from a humble teacher to become the Minister of Police under Napoleon and Louis XVIII. Zweig meticulously describes his ability to navigate between various political regimes, maintaining his power and influence. Fouché is portrayed as a man of exceptional intellect and cold calculation, capable of foreseeing political changes and adapting to them. The book unveils Fouché's complex and contradictory character, his moral dilemmas, and personal ambitions, making him one of the most fascinating figures in French history.