Jean-Marie Rouart is a member of the Académie Française, a writer, essayist and columnist. He has published numerous highly acclaimed works including Avant-Guerre; Napoléon ou la destinée; Ces amis qui vous enchantent; and Jeunesse perdue and Le roman de l’Amour et du Pouvoir. He is also an entertaining speaker who is passionate about his subject.

Language spoken: French

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