The Wars Of Religion In France 1559 To 1576

""The Wars of Religion in France 1559 to 1576: The Huguenots, Catherine de Medici and Philip II"" by James Thompson is a historical account of the tumultuous period in French history that saw the rise of Protestantism and the ensuing conflict between Catholics and Huguenots. The book covers the reigns of three French monarchs - Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III - and their efforts to maintain control over their kingdom while dealing with the religious tensions that threatened to tear it apart. The author examines the political and religious motivations of key figures such as Catherine de Medici, the queen mother, and Philip II, the king of Spain, who played a significant role in the conflict. The book provides a detailed analysis of the major battles and events that shaped this period, including the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre and the Siege of La Rochelle. Thompson's narrative is well-researched and engaging, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of this important chapter 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.