02505cam a22003253u 4500 72253 UtSlPG 20260610134654.0 m cr n 260607r20231912utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d a13000353 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Williams, H. Noel (Hugh Noel), 1870-1925 The love-affairs of the Condés (1530-1740) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-11-28 Clarity, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Love-Affairs of the Condés (1530-1740)" by H. Noel Williams is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the intricate and tumultuous love lives of the French Condé family, intertwined with notable historical events from the Reformation to the geopolitical intrigues of their time. It likely offers a well-researched exploration of the personal and political complexities faced by these figures, showcasing the intersection of romance, power, and tragedy throughout over two centuries. The opening of the text introduces readers to the origins of the House of Condé, beginning with Louis de Bourbon, the first prince of the name. It outlines his early life, marriage to Éléonore de Roye, and the socio-political context of France during his time, particularly regarding the enmity between the Bourbons and the Guises. As Louis emerges on the royal scene with modest beginnings, the narrative foreshadows the turbulence to come, occupying a crucial place in the broader narrative of Protestant Reformation and civil war that would govern the lives of the Condé family. The groundwork is set for a detailed exploration of Louis’s character, his ambitions, and the challenges he faces amidst the shifting loyalties and intrigues of the French court. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1912 France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789 Conde family https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72253 112978 112978