Publisher's Synopsis
""An Essay Upon The Civil Wars Of France: Extracted From Curious Manuscripts By Mr. De Voltaire"" is a historical essay written by the French Enlightenment philosopher and writer, Voltaire. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the French civil wars that occurred during the 16th century, specifically the Wars of Religion between the Catholics and Protestants. Voltaire's work is based on primary sources and manuscripts that he had access to, and he presents a detailed account of the events leading up to the wars, the key players involved, and the major battles and political shifts that occurred during the conflict. The essay also explores the religious and political tensions that fueled the wars, as well as the impact they had on French society and culture. Voltaire's writing is known for its wit and insight, and this book is no exception, as he offers his own commentary and analysis on the events he describes. Overall, ""An Essay Upon The Civil Wars Of France"" is a significant historical work that provides valuable insight into a pivotal moment in French history, and showcases Voltaire's skill as a writer and historian.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.
