Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Huguenots and Henry of Navarre V1"" by Henry Martyn Baird is a historical account of the Huguenot movement in France and the life of King Henry IV of France, also known as Henry of Navarre. The book explores the religious and political conflicts that arose between the Huguenots, who were French Protestants, and the Catholic majority in France during the 16th century. Baird provides a detailed analysis of the events leading up to the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre in 1572, which saw thousands of Huguenots killed by Catholics. He also discusses the subsequent wars of religion that took place in France and the role that Henry of Navarre played in them. The book delves into the personal life of Henry of Navarre, including his childhood, his conversion to Catholicism, and his eventual ascension to the French throne. Baird also provides insight into the political climate of France during this time, including the power struggles between the French monarchy and the nobility. Overall, ""The Huguenots and Henry of Navarre V1"" is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal period in French history, offering readers a deeper understanding of the religious and political conflicts that shaped modern-day France.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.
