The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet offers a detailed contemporary account of one of the most turbulent periods in French history. Covering the years of the cruel civil wars between the houses of Orleans and Burgundy, the English occupation of Paris and Normandy, and their subsequent expulsion, this chronicle provides a vivid and invaluable insight into the political and military upheavals of the 15th century. Written by Enguerrand de Monstrelet, a key figure of his time, and translated by Thomas Johnes with historical notes by Bon-Joseph Dacier, this edition brings to life the dramatic events and prominent personalities who shaped the destiny of France during the late Middle Ages.
This chronicle is an essential resource for historians and anyone interested in medieval history and the Hundred Years' War. It captures the spirit and intrigue of a pivotal era through the eyes of a man who lived it.
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