Les grandes chroniques de France (3/6) by Paulin Paris
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"Les grandes chroniques de France (3/6)" by Paulin Paris is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work is part of a series that chronicles the history of France through the lens of significant events and figures, such as the reign of Charles the Bald and his interactions with his brothers Lothaire and Louis. The narrative exp...
medieval landscape of France. The opening of this volume begins with the aftermath of Emperor Louis' death, discussing the tensions and warfare between his sons, particularly focusing on Charles the Bald. It recounts how Lothaire and Louis gathered armies against Charles, sparking battles filled with treachery and conflict. The text illustrates the chaotic nature of succession and the fragmentation of power among the siblings, leading to alliances and betrayals, as seen in the aftermath of the battle at Fontenay. This foundational portion sets the tone for the intricate political maneuvering and vivid storytelling that characterize the entire chronicle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul Mitchell
4 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.
Brian Miller
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Highly recommended for everyone.
Christopher Hall
6 days agoI rarely write reviews but the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
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Sarah Jackson
3 months agoFor a digital edition, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. I'm sending the link to all my friends.