TY  - BOOK
AU  - Williams,H.Noel
TI  - A Gallant of Lorraine; vol. 1 of 2: François, Seigneur de Bassompierre, Marquis d'Haronel, Maréchal de France, 1579-1646
AV  - DC 
PY  - 2016///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - France -- Court and courtiers
KW  - France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789
KW  - Bassompierre, François de, 1579-1646
N1  - Release date is 2016-05-22; Produced by MWS and Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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N2  - "A Gallant of Lorraine; vol. 1 of 2" by H. Noel Williams is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life of François de Bassompierre, a notable figure in the tumultuous environment of early 17th century France, marked by political intrigues, military campaigns, and romantic entanglements. It delves into his adventures and the illustrious legacy of his family, revealing a character imbued with courage, charm, and ambition as he navigates the complexities of court life under Henri IV.  The opening of the story introduces François de Bassompierre's lineage and early years, detailing his birth in the Château of Harouel and the prestigious history of the Bassompierre family. It recounts François's educational pursuits, travels through Italy, and his initial interactions with the French court, portraying his eventual decision to serve Henri IV. This segment sets the stage for a narrative rich with the challenges and aspirations of a young nobleman aspiring to carve his place in history amidst the shifting alliances and romantic liaisons that define his world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52128
ER  -