| Author |
Estrée, Paul d', 1838-1922 |
| Title |
Le Maréchal de Richelieu (1696-1788)
d'après les mémoires contemporains et des documents inédits
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Clarity, Hans Pieterse, HathiTrust Digital Library and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Le Maréchal de Richelieu (1696-1788)" by Paul d' Estrée is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This work explores the life and the multifaceted character of Louis-François-Armand de Vignerot du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu, who was known for his military exploits, charm, and political influence during the 18th century. The book delves into the interplay of his personal life and political maneuvers, shedding light on how his relationships and charisma shaped his historical significance. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by introducing Richelieu's early life, including his tumultuous childhood and the negligible education he received. The opening chapters paint a vivid picture of his introduction to the court and his rise to prominence, marked by scandal and intrigue. We see the young Duke of Fronsac navigate the complexities of court life, including notable encounters with powerful women and his subsequent imprisonment in the Bastille due to his reckless behavior. The beginning serves to foreshadow the dramatic and tumultuous events that will define Richelieu's life, blending anecdotes of his romantic pursuits with the broader historical context of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
France -- Court and courtiers -- Biography
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| Subject |
Diplomats -- France -- Biography
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| Subject |
France -- History -- Louis XV, 1715-1774
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| Subject |
Marshals -- France -- Biography
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| Subject |
Nobility -- France -- Biography
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| Subject |
Richelieu, Louis François Armand du Plessis, duc de, 1696-1788
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| Subject |
France -- Foreign relations -- 1715-1774
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64232 |
| Release Date |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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