CHAPTER XVIII.

1803. Vast works undertaken--The French and the Roman soldiers--Itinerary of Bonaparte's journeys to the coast--Twelve hours on horseback-- Discussions in Council--Opposition of Truguet--Bonaparte'a opinion on the point under discussion--Two divisions of the world--Europe a province--Bonaparte's jealousy of the dignity of France--The Englishman in the dockyard of Brest--Public audience at the Tuilleries--The First Consul's remarks upon England--His wish to enjoy the good opinion of the Engli…