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Cinq-Mars Or A Conspiracy Under Louis XIII V1 (1889)

Cinq-Mars Or A Conspiracy Under Louis XIII V1 (1889)

De Vigny, Alfred
Hazlitt, William

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Fiction AnthologiesFrench HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163975567
ISBN13: 9781163975565
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 290
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Cinq-Mars Or A Conspiracy Under Louis XIII V1 is a historical novel written by French author Alfred de Vigny and originally published in 1826. The book is set in France during the reign of Louis XIII and follows the story of Henri Coiffier de Ruz�����, Marquis of Cinq-Mars, a young nobleman who becomes involved in a conspiracy to overthrow Cardinal Richelieu, the powerful minister of state.The novel is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on Cinq-Mars' rise to power and his involvement in the conspiracy, while the second volume deals with the aftermath of the failed plot and Cinq-Mars' eventual execution.De Vigny's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions of the courtly life of 17th century France, as well as its exploration of themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. The book also features a number of historical figures, including Louis XIII, Richelieu, and the Duke of Buckingham.Cinq-Mars Or A Conspiracy Under Louis XIII V1 remains a classic of French literature and is considered one of de Vigny's most important works. Its themes and characters continue to resonate with readers today, making it a timeless tale of political intrigue and personal ambition.In Two Volumes.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.

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