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| Author | Froissart, Jean, 1338?-1410? |
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| Editor | Luce, Siméon, 1833-1892 |
| Title | Chroniques de J. Froissart, tome 02/13 : 1340-1342 (Depuis les préliminaires du siége de Tournay jusqu'au voyage de la comtesse de Montfort en Angleterre) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Chroniques de J. Froissart, tome 02/13 : 1340-1342" by Siméon Luce is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This second volume covers the tumultuous events during the years leading up to and including significant military conflicts between France and England, with a focus on the siege of Tournay and its implications. The book delves into political intrigues, alliances, and the experiences of various nobles and soldiers during the Hundred Years' War. The opening of this volume introduces the initial hostilities between the French and English forces, highlighting King Philippe de Valois' strategic moves and the mobilization of French troops to counter English aggression. It describes the incursion into Hainaut, detailing the destruction wrought upon various towns and the escalating tensions that lead up to the notable siege of Tournay. Froissart sets the scene by capturing the chaotic atmosphere of war, showcasing the motivations of both sides through the actions of leaders and their armies amidst the complexities of feudal allegiances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Europe -- History -- 476-1492 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- 14th century |
| Subject | Burgundy (France) -- History |
| Subject | Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453 |
| Subject | Flanders -- History |
| Subject | France -- History -- House of Valois, 1328-1589 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50356 |
| Release Date | Oct 31, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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