""Henry of Navarre"" by Quentin Hurst is a historical biography that explores the life of King Henry IV of France. The book delves into the political and religious turmoil of 16th century France, and how Henry navigated through it all to become one of the most influential monarchs in French history. The author examines Henry's early life in Navarre, his conversion to Catholicism, and his rise to power as the first Bourbon king of France. The book also explores his military campaigns, including his victory at the Battle of Ivry, and his efforts to restore peace and prosperity to France. Hurst paints a vivid picture of Henry's personal life, including his relationships with his wives and mistresses, and his struggles with depression and physical ailments. Overall, ""Henry of Navarre"" is a richly detailed and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of France's most beloved kings.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.
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