History of France by Charlotte M. Yonge
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"History of France" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book covers the extensive history of France, beginning with its early kings and progressing through significant events such as the Hundred Years' War and the Wars of Religion. This comprehensive examination is likely to appeal to readers interested in the political, social, and cultural evolution of France through various historical periods. The opening of
the book presents an introduction to the geographical and historical context of France, explaining its transformation from Gaul under Roman rule to a kingdom governed by the Frankish tribes. It outlines the establishment of the Neustrian kingdom, its challenges, and the rise of the House of Paris, particularly focusing on figures like Hugh Capet, who became the first king of what would evolve into modern France. Additionally, it sets off a narrative that draws attention to the feudal power structures of the time, the struggles against Northmen incursions, and prominent figures like Robert the Strong. This groundwork establishes the foundation for understanding the complex evolution of French governance and society throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Green, J. R. |
| Title | History of France |
| Credits |
Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Taavi Kalju and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at dp.rastko.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17287 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17287-3 |
| Release Date | Dec 12, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 720 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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