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Author Monstrelet, Enguerrand de, 1390?-1453
Translator Johnes, Thomas, 1748-1816
Title The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 03 [of 13] : containing an account of the cruel civil wars between the houses of Orleans and Burgundy, of the possession of Paris and Normandy by the English, their expulsion thence, and of other memorable events that happened in the kingdom of France, as well as in other countries
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Summary "The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 03 [of 13]" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work documents the turbulent civil wars in France between the Houses of Orleans and Burgundy, detailing significant events that unfolded during the late Middle Ages, particularly the political and military affairs surrounding these noble factions. The narrative is rich with battles, alliances, and the machinations of various nobles, showcasing the complexity of power dynamics in historical France. At the start of this volume, the narrative picks up with initial conflicts between the French king's forces and those aligned with the Duke of Orleans and the Armagnacs. The accounts describe attempts by the king of France to quash his rivals, including skirmishes and significant military actions, as various noble captains move strategically across France. As the story unfolds, the positions of the various factions become more apparent, highlighting both internal treachery and shifting loyalties that ultimately complicate the political landscape. The blend of military history with personal valor creates a riveting examination of loyalty, power, and tragedy in medieval France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453
Subject Europe -- History -- 476-1492 -- Sources
Subject France -- History -- House of Valois, 1328-1589
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EBook-No. 52911
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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