Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs Of Gaspar De Colligny, Admiral Of France: With An Account Of The Massacre Of St. Bartholomew's Day (1844) is a historical account written by Gaspar De Colligny, a prominent French naval officer and Huguenot leader during the 16th century. The book is a first-hand account of the events leading up to and following the infamous Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Day, which took place in August 1572 and resulted in the deaths of thousands of French Protestants.The memoirs provide a detailed account of De Colligny's life, including his military campaigns, diplomatic missions, and his role in the French Wars of Religion. He also describes his personal relationships with key figures of the time, such as King Charles IX and Catherine de' Medici.The book's most significant contribution is its detailed description of the Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Day, which De Colligny survived. He recounts the events leading up to the massacre, including the political tensions between the Huguenots and Catholics, as well as the assassination attempt on his life that served as a catalyst for the violence.De Colligny's memoirs offer a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in French history and provide valuable insights into the religious and political conflicts of the time. The book is an important historical document and is widely regarded as a seminal work on the subject.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
