TY - BOOK AU - Marguerite,Queen,consort of Henry IV,King of France TI - Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois, Queen of Navarre — Complete AV - DC PY - 2004/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Marguerite, Queen, consort of Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1615 KW - France -- Court and courtiers KW - France -- History -- Henry IV, 1589-1610 KW - Valois, House of KW - Queens -- France -- Biography KW - Huguenots -- History -- 16th century N1 - Release date is 2004-08-24; Produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois, Queen of Navarre — Complete" by Marguerite is a historical account written during the early 17th century. The memoirs chronicle the life of Marguerite de Valois, offering an intimate glimpse into the intrigues and societal upheavals in the courts of France and Navarre. It spans a significant time in history, particularly focusing on the complex political landscape involving the religious conflicts between Catholics and Huguenots in France, as well as Marguerite’s personal experiences and relationships, notably her tumultuous marriage to Henri IV. The opening of the memoir sets the stage by introducing Marguerite’s childhood and her steadfast adherence to Catholicism amidst pressure from influential figures around her. It details her early interactions within the royal family, highlighting her relationship with her mother and brothers, as well as the conflicting expectations placed upon her due to her lineage. Marguerite recounts significant events, including her profound resistance to converting her faith, and the dynamics of court life filled with political maneuvering and familial duties. This introduction lays a foundational understanding of Marguerite’s character, her challenges, and the broader historical context in which her life unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3841 ER -