The Black Baron

The Black Baron: The Strange Life of Gilles De Rais is a non-fiction book written by Dix and Tennille. It is a biography that delves into the life of Gilles De Rais, a French nobleman who lived in the 15th century. Gilles De Rais was a military commander who fought alongside Joan of Arc during the Hundred Years' War. However, he is also known for his gruesome crimes - he was accused of murdering and torturing hundreds of children.The book explores Gilles De Rais' life in detail, from his childhood to his rise as a military commander. It also delves into his descent into madness and his eventual arrest and execution for his crimes. The authors use historical records and primary sources to paint a vivid picture of Gilles De Rais' life and the society he lived in. The book also examines the cultural and social factors that may have contributed to Gilles De Rais' crimes.The Black Baron: The Strange Life of Gilles De Rais is a fascinating read for anyone interested in true crime, history, or psychology. It offers a unique perspective on a notorious figure from history and sheds light on the darker aspects of human nature. The book is well-researched and engaging, making it a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of Gilles De Rais' life and crimes.1930. Gilles De Rais, a marshal of France and a lord of the Breton marches. A noted soldier, he was at Orleans with Joan of Arc. He was a liberal patron of music, literature, and the arts. After his retirement, rumors spread of satanic and vicious doings in his castle. He was tried in an ecclesiastical court, and he confessed to kidnaping more than 100 children, mostly boys, and to murdering them after maltreating them. He was handed over by the Church to the civil authorities and was executed. There is no reason to doubt his confession. He has been supposed, probably wrongly, to be the original of Bluebeard.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.