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100 1 _aRetz, Jean François Paul de Gondi de,
_d1613-1679
245 1 0 _aMemoirs of Jean François Paul de Gondi, Cardinal de Retz — Volume 4
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-02
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Memoirs of Jean François Paul de Gondi, Cardinal de Retz — Volume 4" by Retz is a historical account written during the 17th century, specifically during the tumultuous period surrounding the French Fronde, a series of civil wars in France. This volume details the political intrigues, conflicts, and key court events during the minority of Louis XIV and the administration of Cardinal Mazarin. The narrative provides a firsthand perspective on the struggles for power and governance in France at that time. In this volume, Retz recounts the escalating tensions within the French court, particularly focusing on the Parliament's opposition to Cardinal Mazarin's return to power. As he navigates through political machinations, Retz shares insights into his own rising status as a cardinal while addressing the challenges posed by various factions, including the Duc d'Orleans and the Prince de Conde. The memoir intricately details the interplay of power, the response of the public, and the personal challenges he faces amid the wider political chaos. Retz's reflections offer a unique glimpse into the complexities of loyalty and ambition during a pivotal moment in French history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- Court and courtiers
653 _aFrance -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715
653 _aMazarin, Jules, 1602-1661
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3845
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