Cardinal Richelieu (1884)

Cardinal Richelieu (1884) is a biography written by Henry Llewellyn Williams about the life of Armand-Jean du Plessis, also known as Cardinal Richelieu. Richelieu was a powerful figure in 17th century France, serving as the chief minister to King Louis XIII. Williams delves into Richelieu's upbringing, education, and rise to power, as well as his political and military accomplishments, such as his role in the Thirty Years' War and his establishment of the French Academy. The book also explores Richelieu's personal life, including his relationships with women and his religious beliefs. Williams provides a nuanced and detailed portrayal of this influential historical figure, offering insights into both his strengths and weaknesses. Overall, Cardinal Richelieu (1884) is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on a pivotal period in French history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.