A Gallant of Lorraine; vol. 2 of 2 by H. Noel Williams
"A Gallant of Lorraine; vol. 2 of 2" by H. Noel Williams is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life and actions of François, Seigneur de Bassompierre, marquis d’Harouel, a prominent Marshal of France, during a tumultuous period marked by political intrigue and military conflict in early 17th-century France. As the story unfolds, the themes of loyalty, ambition, and the complexities of court politicsare explored through Bassompierre's interactions with Louis XIII and other notable figures of the time. The opening of the second volume sets the stage for significant battles and shifting political alliances, particularly focusing on the stalled siege of Montauban. Bassompierre is called to counsel and engage in a series of military and diplomatic maneuvers as tensions flare among various factions seeking power. His health is compromised amidst the chaos, yet he continues to navigate the treacherous waters of courtly favor and strategy. The dynamics of rivalry, particularly with the Constable Luynes and the emerging influence of Richelieu, are highlighted as the narrative progresses, painting a vivid picture of the challenges faced by those vying for the king's favor during a poignant chapter in French history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Williams, H. Noel (Hugh Noel), 1870-1925 |
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| Title | A Gallant of Lorraine; vol. 2 of 2 François, Seigneur de Bassompierre, Marquis d'Haronel, Maréchal de France, 1579-1646 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789 |
| Subject | Bassompierre, François de, 1579-1646 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53024 |
| Release Date | Sep 10, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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