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Title: Catherine De Medici
Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
Summary: "Catherine De Medici" by Honoré de Balzac is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the complex life of Catherine de' Medici, focusing on her role as a powerful queen during tumultuous times in France. It investigates the dynamics of her relationships, her intricate political maneuvers, and the misunderstandings that have clouded her legacy throughout history. The opening of the book sets the tone for a deep exploration of Catherine's life by discussing the distorted perceptions of historical figures, particularly her own, and the influences of various political and religious factions on her character. Balzac begins by addressing the historical inaccuracies prevalent in accounts of both ancient and modern history, suggesting that figures like Catherine have been misrepresented, particularly in Protestant narratives. Through a detailed examination of her upbringing, the challenges she faced as a female ruler, and her political strategies to maintain power, the narrative indicates that Catherine was a formidable stateswoman whose contributions to French history have often been overshadowed by scandal and misrepresentation. This opening serves to frame Catherine not only as a historical figure but as a symbol of monarchal resilience amidst the shifting tides of ideology and power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Translator: Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908
EBook No.: 1854
Published: Jun 26, 2004
Downloads: 260
Language: English
Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English
Subject: Catherine de Médicis, Queen, consort of Henry II, King of France, 1519-1589 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Catherine De Medici
Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
Summary: "Catherine De Medici" by Honoré de Balzac is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the complex life of Catherine de' Medici, focusing on her role as a powerful queen during tumultuous times in France. It investigates the dynamics of her relationships, her intricate political maneuvers, and the misunderstandings that have clouded her legacy throughout history. The opening of the book sets the tone for a deep exploration of Catherine's life by discussing the distorted perceptions of historical figures, particularly her own, and the influences of various political and religious factions on her character. Balzac begins by addressing the historical inaccuracies prevalent in accounts of both ancient and modern history, suggesting that figures like Catherine have been misrepresented, particularly in Protestant narratives. Through a detailed examination of her upbringing, the challenges she faced as a female ruler, and her political strategies to maintain power, the narrative indicates that Catherine was a formidable stateswoman whose contributions to French history have often been overshadowed by scandal and misrepresentation. This opening serves to frame Catherine not only as a historical figure but as a symbol of monarchal resilience amidst the shifting tides of ideology and power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Translator: Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908
EBook No.: 1854
Published: Jun 26, 2004
Downloads: 260
Language: English
Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English
Subject: Catherine de Médicis, Queen, consort of Henry II, King of France, 1519-1589 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.