Chronicles

Name: Chronicles
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By Jean Froissart

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Chronicles by Jean Froissart is a comprehensive historical account detailing the events of the Hundred Years' War. Froissart brings to life the political alliances, battles, and figures that shaped medieval Europe, offering vivid descriptions and insights into the era. This work is acclaimed for its narrative style and detailed perspective on the complexities of war and chivalric culture.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by medieval Europe and enjoy vibrant, detailed accounts of historical events such as the Hundred Years' War. Froissart's vivid storytelling and firsthand descriptions offer a compelling insight into the chivalric culture and political intrigue of the 14th century.

Chronicles

The chronicles of Froissart are one of the greatest contemporary records of 14th-century England and France. Depicting the great age of Anglo-French rivalry from the deposition of Edwards II to the downfall of Richard II, Froissart portrays the deeds of knights in battle at Sluys, Crecy, Calais and Poitiers during the Hundred Years War.

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One of the greatest historical records of fourteenth-century England and France.

The Chronicles of Froissart (1337-1410) are one of the greatest contemporary records of fourteenth-century England and France. Depicting the great age of Anglo-French rivalry from the deposition of Edward II to the downfall of Richard II, Froissart powerfully portrays the deeds of knights in battle at Sluys, Crecy, Calais and Poitiers during the Hundred Years War.

Yet they are only part of this vigorous portrait of medieval life, which also vividly describes the Peasants' Revolt, trading activities, and diplomacy against a backdrop of degenerate nobility.

Written with the same sense of curiosity about character and customs that underlies the works of Froissart's contemporary, Chaucer, the Chronicles are a magnificent evocation of the age of chivalry.

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Chronicles by Jean Froissart is highly praised for its vivid and detailed depiction of 14th-century Europe, particularly during the Hundred Years' War. Readers appreciate its narrative style, which brings historical events to life with engaging anecdotes and character portrayals. Some critics note that while the accounts are comprehensive, Froissart's biases are evident, reflecting the political complexities of his time. Overall, it offers a captivating glimpse into medieval history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140442007

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 1978

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Edited by Geoffrey Brereton
Translated by Geoffrey Brereton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 339g

Pages: 496

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European History History & Military Jean Froissart Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

Jean Froissart was born in Valenciennes (c.1337) and came to England in 1361 where he joined the entourage of Edward III's Queen. While in England he travelled to Scotland and the Welsh Marshes and to the Continent seveal times, finally settling in the Netherlands on the death of the Queen. He finally took holy orders, before returning to England in the court of Richard II, whose downfall he recorded in 1399. His first book of the Chroniques was published in three versions, the second book was completed by 1388 and the third in 1390. He was still working on the fourth when he died c.1410. Geoffrey Brereton edited and translated several modern dramatists including Claudel, Sartre and Adamov, and was a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. He died in 1979.