St. Bartholomew's Eve: A Tale Of The Sixteenth Century (1821) - Paperback

by John William Bowden (Author), John Henry Newman (Author)

St. Bartholomew's Eve: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century is a historical novel written by John William Bowden and first published in 1821. The novel is set in France during the 16th century and tells the story of the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, which took place on August 24, 1572. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including the Huguenot leader, Admiral Coligny, and his followers, as they struggle to survive during a time of religious conflict and political intrigue. The story is told from multiple perspectives, giving the reader a glimpse into the minds of both the Huguenots and the Catholics, and explores themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and religious fanaticism. The novel is written in a vivid and engaging style, with rich descriptions of the historical setting and characters. It is a gripping and thought-provoking read, offering a unique insight into one of the most turbulent periods in French 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.