Publisher's Synopsis
Autobiography of a French Protestant Condemned to the Galleys is a memoir written by Jean Marteilhe and first published in 1866. The book is an account of Marteilhe's life as a French Protestant during the 18th century, a time when Protestants were persecuted in France. Marteilhe was arrested and sentenced to serve as a galley slave for his religious beliefs. The book details his experiences as a slave, including the harsh conditions he endured and the cruel treatment he received from his captors. Despite the difficult circumstances, Marteilhe maintained his faith and eventually escaped from the galleys. The book provides an important insight into the persecution of Protestants in France during the 18th century and the resilience of those who suffered under it.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.
