{"title":"Marlene L Daut","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Marlene L Daut collection, where history and biography converge to offer you captivating insights into some of the most intriguing figures and events from the past. Marlene L Daut is a distinguished author and historian acclaimed for her meticulous research and engaging writing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you will find thought-provoking works such as \u003cem\u003eThe First and Last King of Haiti\u003c\/em\u003e. This book delves into the remarkable life story of Haiti's only monarch, bringing you closer to the complexities of a pivotal era in Caribbean history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaut’s works are meticulously crafted, blending rich biographies with in-depth historical analyses. Perfect for both history enthusiasts and those looking to gain a new understanding of culture and politics, her writing invites readers to explore the nuanced narratives of significant historical moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a literary journey with Marlene L Daut’s collection and deepen your appreciation for the art of biography and memoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-first-and-last-king-of-haiti-by-marlene-l-daut-9780300283853","title":"The First and Last King of Haiti","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe dramatic story of a pivotal figure in the Haitian Revolution, who shook the Atlantic world to its core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn to an enslaved mother in Grenada, Henry Christophe first fought to overthrow the British in North America, before joining the Black freedom fighters of Saint-Domingue in their quest to gain independence from France. But, at one point, Christophe turned his back on the revolutionaries to side with Napoleon's forces—only to later fight against them, afterward becoming Haiti's first and only king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this remarkable account, Marlene L. Daut shows how Christophe became by turns revolutionary, traitor and monarch. Why did he turn his back on Toussaint Louverture? Was Christophe involved in the assassination of Haiti's first ruler, Emperor Jean-Jacques Dessalines? And how did Christophe ultimately become king?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe First and Last King of Haiti\u003c\/em\u003e is the ultimate story of power and ambition in the age of revolutions—and shows how one extraordinary life shaped the course of nations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855863140588,"sku":"9780300283853","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24836273482294.jpg?v=1759281317"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/marlene-l-daut.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}