Memoirs

Memoirs by Joinville, Prince De is a historical book that recounts the life of Jean, Sire de Joinville, a French nobleman and chronicler who lived in the 13th century. The book is a collection of his memoirs that he wrote during his lifetime, which covers a wide range of topics, including his personal experiences, the political and social events of his time, and his interactions with notable figures such as King Louis IX of France.The memoirs are divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Joinville's life. The first chapter describes his childhood and early years, while subsequent chapters recount his military campaigns, his travels to the Holy Land, and his role in the Crusades. Other chapters cover his experiences as a courtier in the French royal court, his relationships with other nobles and knights, and his observations on the customs and manners of the people he encountered during his travels.Throughout the book, Joinville provides a vivid and detailed account of life in medieval Europe, offering insights into the politics, culture, and society of the time. He also provides a unique perspective on the Crusades, describing the motivations and experiences of the knights who fought in these holy wars.Overall, Memoirs by Joinville, Prince De is an important historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a medieval nobleman. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, the Crusades, or the culture and society of medieval Europe.They undertook the exclusive care of the exhumation and transport of the remains over British territory, and it was all done with the utmost propriety. The only request I made and obtained was, that the coffin should be opened before it was handed over to us, so as to be sure that we were taking neither a hotbed of infection nor an imaginary corpse on board.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.