I must seek it in the East, the fountain of glory.

However, I wish first to make a tour along the coast, to ascertain by my own observation what may be attempted.

I will take you, Lannes, and Sulkowsky, with me.

If the success of a descent on England appear doubtful, as I suspect it will, the army of England shall become the army of the East, and I will go to Egypt." This and other conversations give a correct insight into his character.
He always considered war and conquest as the most noble and inexhaustible source of that glory which was the constant object of his desire.

He revolted at the idea of languishing in idleness at Paris, while fresh laurels were growing for him in distant climes.