Richelieu (1884) - Berthold Zeller - Bog

Richelieu is a historical biography of the famous French cardinal and statesman, Cardinal Richelieu. Written by Berthold Zeller and first published in 1884, the book tells the story of Richelieu's rise to power and his impact on France during the 17th century. The book explores Richelieu's early life, his education, and his entry into the church. It then delves into his political career, including his appointment as chief minister to King Louis XIII and his role in the Thirty Years' War. The book also examines Richelieu's domestic policies, such as his efforts to centralize power in France and his support for the arts and sciences. Throughout the book, Zeller offers insights into Richelieu's character, motivations, and legacy, painting a vivid picture of one of the most influential figures in French history. Richelieu is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of France, the Catholic Church, or European politics in the 17th century.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.