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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating account of the early life and adventures of a young French noble during the tumultuous reign of Cardinal Richelieu. Born into a family of declining fortune, the author found himself at the age of eight, orphaned and ill-treated by his stepmother. After running away from home at the age of fourteen, he joined a band of itinerant Bohemians, living by their wits and petty crime. After five years of this vagabond existence, he was inspired by a chance encounter with a priest to return home. However, his reception was far from warm, and his unhappiness at home led him to run away again and eventually to enlist as a soldier under the command of the Governor of Salces in the Pyrenees. This marked the beginning of a rapid rise in the author's fortunes. His courage and intelligence were quickly recognized, and he was soon promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. In this capacity, he led a daring raid on the Spanish garrison at Salles, capturing the Governor and his mistress. This exploit brought him to the attention of Cardinal Richelieu, who summoned him to Paris and took him into his service as a Page. The author's account of his life as a Page to Cardinal Richelieu provides a unique glimpse into the inner workings of the French court and the machinations of one of the most powerful men in Europe. He describes Richelieu's complex and enigmatic personality, his ruthless ambition, and his unwavering determination to strengthen the French monarchy. The book also offers insights into the broader social and political landscape of France during this period, as well as the personal experiences of a young man navigating the treacherous waters of court life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334628078_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334628078
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334628078
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)