| Author |
Kurth, Godefroid, 1847-1916 |
| Title |
Clovis, Tome 2 (of 2)
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| Original Publication |
Paris: Victor Retaux, Libraire-Éditeur, 1901.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Wilson, Pierre Lacaze and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"Clovis, Tome 2 (of 2)" by Godefroid Kurth is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and reign of Clovis, the first King of the Franks, and his significant impact on the political landscape of early medieval Europe." The narrative delves into Clovis's military campaigns, particularly his involvement with neighboring kingdoms such as the Burgundians and Visigoths, while exploring the themes of power, religion, and cultural identity during this turbulent period. "The opening of the second volume introduces the complex political dynamics of Clovis's reign, particularly his challenges arising from the Burgundians and the impending clash with the Visigoths." Clovis emerges as a powerful ruler, revered by the Franks and navigating a landscape fraught with rivalries and religious dissent. The text sets the stage for his military interventions, providing historical context and detailing the internal strife within the Burgundian kingdom, effectively illustrating Clovis's aspirations for expansion and unification under his rule. The narrative not only depicts the warfare of the time but also highlights the socio-religious tensions that influence alliances and conflicts, making it clear that Clovis's story is intertwined with the broader narrative of European history during the early Middle Ages. (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 -- History -- To 987
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| Subject |
France -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
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| Subject |
Clovis, King of the Franks, approximately 466-511
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71686 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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