Le maréchal Davout chronicles the life and military career of Marshal Louis-Nicolas Davout, one of Napoleon’s most formidable commanders. Written by Frédéric Hulot, the book offers a detailed portrait of Davout’s strategic brilliance, disciplined leadership, and the challenges he faced during the Napoleonic Wars. Drawing on archival sources and contemporary accounts, Hulot traces Davout’s rise from modest beginnings to his pivotal role in key battles such as Austerlitz and Jena. The narrative balances battlefield analysis with personal anecdotes, providing insight into Davout’s character, his relationships with fellow marshals, and his enduring legacy in French military history. Published by Pygmalion in 2003, the work is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in Napoleonic studies and the broader context of early nineteenth‑century Europe.