02450cam a22003133u 4500 29603 UtSlPG 20260610133656.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 Henry IV, Makers of History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-08-03 Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Henry IV, Makers of History" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the life and times of Henry IV of France, focusing on his rise to power amid the turbulent backdrop of the French Wars of Religion. Through an in-depth examination of Henry’s childhood, his political endeavors, and the various conflicts he faced, the narrative seeks to shed light on this significant historical figure's role in shaping France's history and the shift towards religious toleration. The beginning of the book introduces us to Henry IV's early life in the kingdom of Navarre, showcasing the tumultuous political landscape marked by the aggressive ambitions of Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain, who dismember Navarre in their quest for power. Central to the opening chapters is Henry's mother, Catharine de Foix, and her fervent desire to instill a spirit of revenge in her son for their lost territories. We witness their struggles amid the backdrop of 16th-century France, where religious tensions run high between Protestant Huguenots and Catholic Monarchy. This introductory segment sets the stage for Henry’s development from a boy nurtured with ambition and ideals to a pivotal figure in a historic era marked by conflict and transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Henry IV, King of France, 1553-1610 France -- History -- Henry IV, 1589-1610 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29603 70451 70451