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| Author | Monstrelet, Enguerrand de, 1390?-1453 |
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| Translator | Johnes, Thomas, 1748-1816 |
| Title | The chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 08 [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 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 08 [of 13]" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume covers significant events in the 15th century, focusing on the civil wars between the Houses of Orleans and Burgundy, the English presence in France, and various political intrigues and military confrontations of the era. The narrative contains detailed accounts of prominent figures such as King James I of Scotland, the duke of Burgundy, and various French captains. The opening of this volume begins with the shocking murder of King James I of Scotland by his uncle, the Earl of Athol, showcasing the treachery within royal families. Following this narrative, the text unfolds various military events, including French attempts to capture Rouen and the civil unrest in Bruges. The chronicles detail both the losses and victories in battles, as well as the political machinations of the time, revealing the complex interplay of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh realities of war that characterized this tumultuous period in European history. (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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63913 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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