Cardinal Richelieu (1884)

Cardinal Richelieu is a historical biography written by Henry Llewellyn Williams in 1884. The book explores the life and political career of Cardinal Armand-Jean du Plessis de Richelieu, a prominent figure in 17th century France. Richelieu was a cardinal of the Catholic Church and served as the chief minister to King Louis XIII from 1624 until his death in 1642. He was known for his political cunning, his efforts to strengthen the power of the monarchy, and his role in the Thirty Years' War. Williams' biography provides a detailed account of Richelieu's life, including his early years, his rise to power, and his many accomplishments as a statesman. The book also delves into the political and social climate of 17th century France, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of European politics during this period. Overall, Cardinal Richelieu is a well-researched and engaging biography of one of France's most influential historical figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.