The Genius of Napoleon
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- Ridley Scott's movie about Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix comes out today. Before seeing the movie, I wanted to share with you the genius of Napoleon and how he has impacted my life.
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It's been 3 years that I have constantly been thinking about. When I look at entire Chandler's work, Napoleon and Cyrus The Great, both had very similar ending. And roots of those failures are really similar.
Why dont talk about saddam hussien , he is very genuis , and great leader , and he dont fear
He was also a victim in the Art of Seduction :)
@@irenegasatayayea Josephine got his ass
Spoiler alert: The movie didn't capture him at all.
Spoiler alert Napoleon was an imbecile to begin with, anyone who praises him praises the worst in humanity.
Wasn't it about his relationship with his wife? Sounds like you're upset it didn't paint him to be this strategic war hero.
Spoiler alert. It did. Napoleon was a little rat. Dictator.
Worst movie of all time.
@@rolandnelson6722 for one of the worst humans of all time
The Art of seduction helped me in many ways
I was an awkward introvert all my life so i isolated myself from others to hide my insecurities seeing this my friend suggested me your books
After applying the principles of the book, my life literally changed
I am getting married next year
And once again thank you so much for your works.
can you give examples how you applied some of the principles?
That is incredible. Glad "The Art of Seduction" helped you.
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@@jacklan4103yeah pls do
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I truly can't believe a movie about Napoleon without consulting Robert Greene. This guy has studied Napoleon all his life, more than anyone I believe.
Kindly give us a review about the movie Robert. Thank you.
In a two hour movie, they tried to cram in 20 years of Napoleon's life.
The movie was doomed from the start...
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@@richardkalmwater5996 Directed by a British man with very clear bias against Napoleon. Doomed even before the start.
It’s because Ridley Scott didn’t care about doing Napoleon justice. He just wanted add to his film legacy that he has made a Napoleon “Epic”. He literally told the historical community to “shut up” and “get a life”.
Accuracy and faithful depiction was clearly not his priority.
@@lraouxHe even said he got “bored” when he was reading his 2nd book on Napoleon for the movie. What a “Professional”.
“If you read 1-2, you might as well have read 400.” What a Hollywood prick.
He put action first.
But action comes from thinking ! Action without thinking is reckless ! Even Military chiefs have to plan & think out their strategies prior to action !
@@Vivek-tm6tpso thinking/planning plus action is the key.
So do wild animals. Humans aren't genius by acting, they're genius by contemplating and thinking.
You need comprehension classes, how the f--k did you come to this conclusion after listening to this video.
So did his enemies. Sp what was the difference? 🤔
It's interesting you mentioned Sun Tzu. His most influential line is "the greatest victory is to win without deploying a single soldier".
I completely agree with you about how Napoleon revolutionized warfare at the time.
I think Napoleon's greatest blunder was exactly what Sun Tzu said above.
In other words, Napoleon fought too much; from Italy to central Europe to Spain and to Russia. He fought too much and so his enemies learned how Napoleon operates and his fighting style. As the coalition learned from their failures, it was able to out maneuver Napoleon.
My 2 cents
Sun Tzu is a good story on paper, nothing in the art of war has any bearings on reality, they are ideals and thought experiments and make for catchy phrases without substance. Napoleon is Pragmatism, Pragmatism unlike Idealism is very much based on reality and real experiments, and reality means that you can't avoid failure even in success.Napoleon had the Panache to face both success and failure willingly instead of hiding behind the perfect dogmas of the ideal world, and that will alone made him one of the greatest figures in history.
@@redwithblackstripes Sun Tzu is good on paper?! By this statement alone, it showed that you never read the Art of War or understood it. Chinese history is dominated by War and Sun Tzu's principles determine the outcome of every conflict in favour of those who abide by them.
@@redwithblackstripesI think your trouble with the Art of war is your dislike/ignorance of philosophy. Truth has a beauty all on its own but Philosophy (or thought experiments as you've reduced it to) isn't seeking to achieve beauty of words it's aim is to convey truth.
He never really turtled. He just kept fighting non-stop. He made a lot of reforms and stuff in Paris, but then he'd be back on some campaign right after
There's no any doubt in the guy's ambitions and such, but to be fair he wanted peace near the end of his life.
Like the russia invasion was a complete bad call, but the waterloo and most of his fights, he was on defense side.
But I agree with your point, It's interesting that he never thought about that eventually will someone read his hand.
This is your "the movie was everything you hoped it wasn't going to be" button
What did people expect, its impossible to capture such a storied life and career in the duration of a feature length film. There are feature length films devoted to *single battles* Napoleon fought, like Waterloo. Should have been a series.
Even then it's hard, "Rome" was two seasons and still had to leave a lot of details out of Caesar's career, the show starts with his return from Gaul and the surrender of Vercingetorix. Would have been neat to see his initial rise to power in his first Consulship and all the politicking that went on with the Triumvirate and the bills Caesar was trying to get passed in the Senate. If one wants to understand *why* Caesar seized power, his first Consulship holds the answer.
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dude he's only 64 😂
He a lib northeastern yankee. I do love him though
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As a French, I’m willing to concede that Napoleon can’t (or at least shouldn’t) be viewed as objectively good or bad. I struck up a conversation with a French history/philosophy teacher once, and she asked me why I consider Napoleon to be a hero. My gut reaction was to mention his awe-inspiring rise to power, stemming from sheer boldness, ambition and honor to fight on the battlefield. His genius as a military strategist, and effectiveness as a statesman, through his Code. The way he spread French ideals from the Enlightenment; he would tell the people of the lands he conquered “I seek only to free you from the shackles of your past oppressors.” It’s just not characteristic of world leaders. However, as you point out, there was also a decline. Beethoven once said he stopped revering Napoleon as anything more than a common human once he crowned himself emperor, a sentiment I can understand. The best and simplest way for the world to characterize him (imho) is that there was young/thin Napoleon and old/fat Napoleon. We love what he did as the former, hate what he did as the latter.
He's was more good than bad imo. The biggest tarnish to his reputation was probably how he handled Spain.
So he is a human being then? Gotcha.
@@neveragainsam9786 keyword: common.
(and yes, he was a human being)
Young Napolean vs old fat Napolean. Kinda like young Elvis vs. Old fat Elvis lol
@@VelvetCzar maybe one day he reincarnates and has a career resurrection: “Napoleon - Aloha from Hawaii” 😂
The Art of Seduction,33 strategies of war,and 48 laws of Power are incredible.Robert Greene's book changed my way of thinking.And his video on Negative Capability is very realistic.Thank you for your dedication Sir.
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Napoleon, whist leading his Grand Armee from the very front, had his horse shot out from beneath him. He simply grabbed another horse and resumed his lead. This incident happened to Napoleon several times according to Baron Roberts of Belgravia. Just a larger than life man and a once in a 100 years or more personality.
They showed this in the movie. Didn't know this was an actual thing that happened, badass.
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Had to check who was Baron Roberts of Belgravia haha, turns out it's the great Mr. Roberts. lol.
I bet the new horse was super pumped
That's got to be hard on the horses, though, eh, Suave Savant? Many officers pulled off that stunt, and not just the famous generals. Of course, most soldiers did this before they became senior officers.
Napoleon was mostly a horse's ass,
a failed general who depopulated France, destroyed its economy,
betrayed it's soldiers, and left the people in even worse conditions
than he found them when he started
his disastrous career. If you don't believe me, go to St. Petersburg
in Russia, and visit the Museum of Atheism, located inside a beautiful cathedral. There you will see the battle flags of many of Napoleon's famous corps. How did they get there, I wonder? If Napoleon had been a great general, or even a competent one, he never would have lost his war against the Russians in 1812. This is one of the greatest defeats in military history. Napoleon was a rash, incompetent general, who was horrible at logistics.
France never had a good navy while
he lead France. He had no strategic vision for France. He gambled with the destiny of France, like a drunk guy throwing dice at a craps table!
And guess what, Suave? He lost it all! Viva la France, the people say? Napoleon Buonaparte said
Viva Las Vegas!
Mastery book is incredible. Robert Greene Sirs depth of understanding is amazing. I am quite sure any one who completely read and absorb its principles will be transformed. My outlook completely changed after reading this book.
what did the outlook actually change in your life
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Mine has been changed already! It's a difficult journey ahead but i understand the path better now! There is meaning! I'm putting in the work like crazy, patiently waiting for Mastery?💯
The 33 strategies of war was a life changer for me.
Huge thanks to you to devote so much time to create this masterpiece
Lord Wellington wiped his ass with Napoleon's strategy, and ground the Corsican midget's dick into the dirt. Napoleon was a cuckold bitch that couldn't shine Wellesley's shoes.
How did it impact your life? Genuinly curiois.
@@roms_hut3639Wondering the same. Unless he’s leading an insurgency
@@stratdaddy haha, exactly.
I already read 33 Strategies and now i am opening my company. I am gonna read The Campaings of Napoleon too. Thank you
I am so grateful for your videos and books Mr. Greene.
Mr. Robert thankyou for being here and giving us guidance every time. I really enjoy your books.❤
Fluid creative and not obsessed with control. Controlled chaos. Hmmmm love this
Dr Greene, Yourself and Ryan Holiday have changed my life for the better. I am eternally grateful for you both ❤
I had two epiphanies watching this videos. I’m obsessed with this content. It’s so universal and inspiring
Your voice paints the picture of depth, knowledge, and sincerity.
I do hope that your content through youtube will reach more people in this world. I am also getting increasingly inspired by your work. Thank you Robert.
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Thank you for reading.
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The most honest writer thank you Mr Robert Greene🎩
You've had a great influence on my life Robert. Thank you.
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Robert Greene is the Napoleon of book writing and explaining.
6:42 i swear these words of gold
This underestimated man is a living literary Napoleon of our time. Thank you Robert.
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Chill
Sir, thanks for ur contribution to society... Your books are amazing... I was a naive and foolish person until i read ur book 48 laws of power. I hv not used it fully. But as i am using the knowledge... Day by day i found my self rising to power. Now i can think cleary, read people more accurately and i am very thanful for alk that
I love the way you articulate your arguments. More power to you Robert
Thanks Robert. You books have shaped me up in a big way
Thank you for mentioning David Chandler’s work. I luckily have my own copy, I don’t think they publish it anymore (You can still buy an unsold one online or buy used). It is a LONG read, but it perfectly captures the brilliance of Napoleon’s leadership, tactics, logistics, and campaigning in such great thorough detail.
To make someone you don't usually like look likeable takes skills. Robert Greene has skills
Robert, you are my favorite author. You have these magnificent qualities: profoundness, a deep understanding of human nature and power dynamics. Thank you for making my life better!
It just blows my mind how in tune this guy is with the way of life. Thanks a million for not keeping it all to yourself!
Wait a second, this is the ROBERT GREENE, the guy behind the 48 laws of power?
Man I'm a HUGE FAN of your work!!!
Audio & video quality really going up. Content as good as ever. Would like to see a discussion with Jocko Willink.
Thank you for watching.
"Robert, all I can say is a big Thank You, your work saved me."
very timely! good job team Greene ❣️
Mr. Greene. Your books have had a great impact on my life.
Thank you for reading.
Ive read art of seduction, laws of power, mastery and strategies of war. Love your work Robert!
Thanks for sharing your insights and passion for strategy. Thanks for writing our modern day Art of War.
You are one of the most inspiring people I have ever met, you are as real as can be and it's hard to find words to say how much I appreciate your work. it's amazing
You are only source i came to know about Napoleon.. Through books
I bought the Campaigns of Napoleon a few months ago, still in print! Amazingly written, I really appreciate the recommendation :)
Thanks for your video, and your comments on today's movies. Your books are of great inspiration!
Man this video is so good. Thank you for it. Just added all the books you mentioned to my good reads lol.
Very articulate and beautifully said. I concur regarding the movie. I think Joaquim Phoenix is too old play Napoleon, who was quite young when he rose to power. Let’s hope they keep the moralizing out as it is a very complicated subject and time of change.
Also not to mention the fact that in the trailers, he is playing Napoleon like a psychopath. I don't have many expectations from the movies, especially when watching the trailers. I don't know what tempts directors to make the movie more like an epic than to be real-life centered.
The movie was a disappointment. Especially with the high expectations to Ridley Scott.
Not to mention that the movie didn’t even credit that in the midst of all this romance, intrigue and war, Napoleon found time to create a pastry and a brandy.
don't expect anything good from Wokkywood
He, a man was a once in a decades type of person because of his strategies and ambitions, and they make a movie about his love life. like come on😂
Robert Greene please, we want another war book from you
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Great video, love your insight!
That's golden information, about how when you become successful you become conservative and stagnant.
You see this all the time, especially business owners that have worked so hard to get to a place of success and yet when they get there, they become the victims of their own success. You're right about allowing chaos in, and transitioning into order in the moment. But when chaos only becomes order then you get tyranny and the cycle repeats. However, it may not repeat with you, there may be another revolutionary visionary who doesn't like your version of order and instead decides to take you on.
I sincerely hope that we can learn from Napoleon's mistakes. He was a great man and general, and hopefully we can learn that if we men want to be great in our lives we must never fall into the trap of our success.
Thank you, Robert Greene!
Beautifully said. Thank you
Thankyou. This was incredibly insightful
The best write of our time.
Napoleon was undoubtedly a superior strategist and mastermind. I think that also Alexander the Great, who was his predecessor in the realm of power and the art of war, needs to be mentioned for his high achievements in the field too. So, Mr. Greene you could defenetely do a video about Alexander the Great sometime.
The movie didn’t do me justice. Only your words give me the consolation and honor I deserve
If we go with the flow, we'll never grow. And hopefully that movie does capture the true essence of him. Great video.❤
I love to read your books
Wow! When I discovered your book " the art of seduction ". I think may be that book was written in 19th or 20th century mean an old book. But really feeling glad to see the incredible book's author alive.
Yet, I finished the preface of that book. As a hindi native it's very tough to read the book. But I managed to read the book with the help of google translate.
A very interesting book which I wanna read whole in one day but each page takes me almost half hour. Let see in how many days I will complete it.
Excellent insight. Nice work, Mr. Greene.
you changed my life robert
The way you describe the Napolean's downfall, it sounds like what happens when entrepreneurs become CEOs of billion dollar corps, or what happens at the end of football games when the team winning by two scores goes into conservative "prevent" defense mode and ends up giving the game away in the last four or five minutes (sometimes less) of game clock time.
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Hi Robert I am ur big fan. The 48 laws of power is my favorite book 📚 thanks ❤❤
Thank you for reading 48 Laws.
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= Manufactured consent for war (once again).
Every Word he says is gold.
Wonderful analysis
Do you think Chinggis Khaan was an example of resisting that urge to control everything during his reign? My understanding is that the Mongol Empire was doing quite well when he passed away.
Napoleon was the last classical general and statesman right up there with Caesar and Alexander
Agree have always loved Napoleon's mind he was an amazing genius.
thank you mr greene, for your video.
I just watched it. Absolutely phenomenal
The Scott film?
I watched it too. But I was very disappointed. Seems like Ridley Scott has a dislike for Napoleon.
Finally people are giving Napoleon some attention
Napoleon is one of the three most written about figures in history; what are you talking about?
@@waynesmith3767 in the media dude
@@waynesmith3767Not even mentioned in American schools with the exception for military academies.
Beautifully said RG
You've changed my life for the better Mr Greene ❤
I love you Robert
You are a great man, Robert.
I've read 48 laws of power by audiobook in 1 day. Also read 33 Strategies and 50th law I'm on currently.
Do you have any list of other books you see as invaluable for someone interested in your books?
Thank you
The Laws of Human Nature.
All his books (except 48 Laws, if memory serves) have bibliographies in the back and all the books on these lists are pretty good I’ve found. He’s made videos about his favourite books, Machiavelli’s “The Prince” and Thucydides “The Peloponnesian War” are two books I’ve heard him suggest more than once.
I've not heard good things about the movie so far, but I love this short video.
Thanks for the insight:^) looking forward to incorporating Napoleon lore into my work🎨🖼️🎶🎞️
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You also wrote one of my favorite stories about Robert Oppenheimer in the chapter on the redeemed narcissist. Did you get a chance to watch Oppenheimer by Christopher Nolan?
I discovered you sir through the 48 laws of power a matser piece and I m pursuing this journey of your magnificent books my next will be the laws of human nature thank you sir for enlightening me ❤
A very insightful talk
I'm a 14 years old middle school student and I have been fascinated about Napoleon Bonaparte for over a year now,I find his story so amazing and I'm extremely intrigued.I have no access to a lot of professional information yet but even why I know a lot about the history of like,everything,I can mouth fully say I know more about Napoleon than anything else,it never gets boring.
Cool! If you like Napoleon, there's a web cartoon called "Blown Apart!" It's a comedy about him, you'll love it
One thing about Robert he gon find a way to talk about Napoleon lol 🔥
So true - ego kills creativity and ideas.
Very excellent Robert 👏
He’s also featured in The Art of seduction, indirectly by explaining Josephine’s antics. Loved to know that Napoleon was a man after all his greatness, vulnerable to the power of a woman.
yea sorry he had no game at all he was a trick and out here beheading chicks lol
He was a cuck
@@tonyamartin1425you're being ironic right?
SPOILER: The film was historical trash hahaha.
Thank you ❤
Love you from Thailand. Your book is so useful.
Everything said was okay, but I Disagree with taking Vladimir Putin as an evil example...
Why can't we take him as another example in addition to Napoleon. He has his own side of the story as well...
Let's not demonised people unnecessarily.
Putin was a high ranking member of the KGB, staunch Stalinist and communist. He is not on the level of Napoleon or any great historical leader. He is a control freak which is the character of a Stalinist dictator.
I AGREE they all want to conquer the world soo yea.
@@coreythomas3633nothing wrong with that.
The movie was extremely disappointing and very choppy. Interesting the point you brought up none of those traits directly in the movie. A lot of historical defining moments were left out.
6:41 this next few sentences are the reason why I subbed. Thank you.
I think his greatest strengths was his information infrastructure. He really prioritized having up to date info given to his side
You did a much better job of telling the story than the film did.
God awful acting & directing.
Very sad because it should have been an all-time classic.
The movie did moralise, but even worse - it was boring. It was just old British propaganda on a big screen: an angry little fool in big hat throwing tantrums and getting cucked. If the movie was all you knew about him you'd have no idea how he (repeatedly!) conquered Europe, what he hoped to achieve, what his people thought of him, or why his troops were so loyal.
I use to go to David Chandlers military lectures in the 1980s he was fascinating to listen to not just on Napoleon he even signed his book on Napoleon sadly he passed away a few years ago. He is on TH-cam in a series of programmes called Great Commanders if you want to see him.
To honestly admit,both Napoleon and Robert are my idols😅.