| Author |
Monstrelet, Enguerrand de, 1390?-1453 |
| Translator |
Johnes, Thomas, 1748-1816 |
| Title |
The chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 06 [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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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Graeme Mackreth and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 06 [of 13]" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume details the tumultuous events surrounding the civil wars in France during the late medieval period, particularly the conflicts between the Houses of Orleans and Burgundy, and includes the significant repercussions of the English occupation in regions such as Paris and Normandy. The narrative is framed within the historical context of the Hundred Years' War, providing readers with insights into the personal and political dynamics of the time. The opening of this volume begins with the death of Charles VI of France, which sets off a chain of events affecting the kingdom's leadership and territorial disputes. His son, the Dauphin Charles, is immediately informed of his father's passing and expresses deep grief. Following the king's death, plans for his coronation are quickly set in motion. The early chapters emphasize the atmosphere of unease among the nobility and common people alike, highlighting the political maneuvering that ensues, including engagements by both the English and Burgundians to assert control in various towns across France. This rich historical tapestry indicates the complex interplay of loyalty, power struggles, and military endeavors that characterized this period in French history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
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| Subject |
Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453
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| Subject |
Europe -- History -- 476-1492 -- Sources
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| Subject |
France -- History -- House of Valois, 1328-1589
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64948 |
| Release Date |
Mar 28, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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