Publisher's Synopsis
The Massacre of St. Bartholomew Preceded by a History of the Religious Wars in the Reign of Charles IX is a historical book written by Henry White. The book provides a detailed account of the religious wars that took place during the reign of Charles IX in France. It also delves into the events leading up to the infamous Massacre of St. Bartholomew, which occurred on August 24, 1572, and resulted in the deaths of thousands of Huguenots (French Protestants). White's book examines the political and religious tensions that led to the massacre, as well as the aftermath and its impact on French society. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the events, drawing on primary sources and historical accounts to offer readers a detailed understanding of this pivotal moment in French history. Overall, The Massacre of St. Bartholomew Preceded by a History of the Religious Wars in the Reign of Charles IX is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France, the Reformation, or the religious and political conflicts that shaped Europe during the 16th century.1868. From the Preface: In the following pages I have endeavored to describe the great struggle which devastated France in the latter half of the sixteenth century, and culminated in the memorable tragedy of St. Bartholomew' Day. The nature of that struggle cannot be fairly understood, unless the condition of the Protestants under Francis I. and his two immediate successors be taken into consideration. In those fiery times of trial the Huguenot character was formed, and the nation gradually separated into two parties, so fanatically hostile, that the extermination of the weaker seemed the only possible means of reestablishing the unity of France. Contents: Henry II. Reign of Francis II; France at the Accession of Charles IX; From the Accession of Charles IX to the Massacre of Vassy; First Religious War; Chaos; The Meeting at Bayonne and the Second War; The Third Civil War; The Calm Before the Storm; The Marriage and the Plot; The Assassination; The Festival of Blood; Massacre in the Provinces; and The Closing Scene.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.
