Readings From French History (1891)

''Readings From French History'' is a book written by Ovando Byron Super and published in 1891. The book presents a collection of historical readings that cover various aspects of French history. The author has carefully selected the readings to provide a comprehensive overview of French history, from the early Gauls to the French Revolution.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period in French history. The first section covers the early history of France, including the Gauls, the Roman conquest, and the Frankish kingdoms. The second section covers the Middle Ages, including the reign of Charlemagne, the Crusades, and the Hundred Years’ War. The third section covers the Renaissance and the reigns of Francis I and Henry IV. The fourth section covers the reign of Louis XIV and the Age of Enlightenment. The fifth section covers the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era.Each reading is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical context and background information. The readings themselves are taken from a variety of sources, including primary sources such as letters and diaries, as well as secondary sources such as historical accounts and biographies.Overall, ''Readings From French History'' provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of French history, making it an excellent resource for students and anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating period of European history.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.