French emperor and military commander who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led successful campaigns during the Revolutionary Wars
The people to fear are not those who disagree with you, but those who disagree with you and are too cowardly to let you know.
There are only two forces that unite men - fear and interest.
Men are moved by two levers only: fear and self interest.
You must not fear death, my lads; defy him, and you drive him into the enemy's ranks.
A leader is a dealer in hope.
A throne is only a bench covered with velvet.
The best way to keep one's word is not to give it.
If you wish to be a success in the world, promise everything, deliver nothing.
Water, air, and cleanness are the chief articles in my pharmacy.
Great ambition is the passion of a great character. Those endowed with it may perform very good or very bad acts. All depends on the principles which direct them.