Henri IV en Gascogne (1553-1589) by Charles de Batz-Trenquelléon
"Henri IV en Gascogne (1553-1589)" by Charles de Batz-Trenquelléon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the life and reign of Henri IV, emphasizing his early years in Gascogne and the influences that shaped him into the notable monarch he would eventually become. This narrative sets the foundation for understanding Henri IV's character and achievements against the backdrop of a complex and tumultuous era inFrench history. The beginning of the book introduces Henri IV and the historical context of his upbringing, highlighting the significant role of his mother, Jeanne d'Albret, and the realm of Navarre. It details key events leading up to his birth, including his family's struggles against foreign invasion, the political intricacies of his lineage, and early family dynamics—all of which contributed to shaping his future. The narrative also portrays Jeanne d'Albret's pivotal influence in instilling values in her son and how his upbringing in an environment marked by conflict and ambition played a critical role in his development, foreshadowing his eventual rise as a unifying figure in France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Batz-Trenquelléon, Charles de, 1835-1914 |
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| Title | Henri IV en Gascogne (1553-1589) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1610 |
| Subject | Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1610 -- Homes and haunts -- France -- Gascony |
| Subject | Kings and rulers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41147 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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