The Monstrelet, Enguerrand de 1390?-1453 creator Johnes, Thomas 1748-1816 text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 04 [of 13]" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume continues the detailed narrative of the civil wars in France, focusing on the political and military conflicts between the Houses of Orleans and Burgundy, as well as the external pressures from the English. Through the recounting of alliances, battles, and political machinations, it presents a vivid picture of the tumultuous period of the early 15th century. The beginning of this volume sets the stage for the ongoing strife in France, as the duke of Burgundy is depicted as a significant antagonist, amassing forces and engaging in treachery against the king of France. In the opening chapters, we see the aftermath of the duke of Burgundy's recent activities in Paris, including the repression of the populace and the proclamation of royal edicts aimed at countering his influence. The narrative unfolds with detailed accounts of various skirmishes, politically charged edicts, and the gathering of armies, indicating a brewing storm of conflict that would impact the future of the kingdom. Thus, the opening portion establishes a tense atmosphere woven with betrayal, loyalty, and the weight of royal decrees, setting the groundwork for the unfolding history in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-08-24 Produced by Graeme Mackreth and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453 Europe -- History -- 476-1492 -- Sources France -- History -- House of Valois, 1328-1589 D Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52889 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52889 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134223.0 52889