Publisher's Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1855 edition. Excerpt: ... sovereign, Jeanne knew to be both delusive and perilous. Four days after the publication of the edict of pacification, Jeanne addressed a letter of congratulation to king Charles, whom she regarded with feelings of sincere commiseration. Its tenor shows, that when she deemed it requisite, the sage Jeanne d'Albret could abound in phrases of politic compliment. QUEEN JEANNE TO CHAHLES IX. MoNSEIGNEUR, I cannot express to your majesty the general satisfaction, and pleasure which has resulted from the publication of the peace, that it has pleased God, and you sire, to give to us. We all place our only hope in your goodness, and your prudence, that the effect of this, your said edict, will augment the joy which inspires every one here, and unite your humble and obedient subjects in piety and justice under the authority of your sceptre; the which, sire, will render your majesty's reign happy, long and prosperous, under the favour and blessing of God, the mighty King of Kings. Having expressed to your majesty the content which actuates every one, I will now attempt to describe my own satisfaction, which for many reasons is infinite; but more especially from the intimation which it has pleased you, sire, to make to me, of your confidence and trust in my loyal fidelity to your crown, the which gracious hope on your part, Monseigneur, I promise never to disappoint. Monsieur le Premier,1 will doubtless have 1 Probably the queen alludes to M. de Biron, the king's chief envoy for the negotiation of the peace with the Huguenots. informed you, monseigneur, besides this, that I now write of the pleasure and content written on every face; and what great joy the fortunate results of his holy, and much desired negotiation has given to all. He will also...
