The Count De Foix: A Tale Of The Olden Time (1842)

""The Count De Foix: A Tale Of The Olden Time"" is a historical novel written by Thomas Powell and published in 1842. The story is set in the 15th century and follows the life of Gaston Phoebus, the Count De Foix, who was a prominent figure in the court of King Charles VI of France. The novel explores the political and social upheavals of the time, including the Hundred Years' War between France and England, the struggles between the French nobility, and the rise of the Burgundian faction.The main character, Gaston Phoebus, is a complex figure who is both admired and feared by those around him. He is a skilled warrior and hunter, but also a cunning politician who is willing to do whatever it takes to protect his interests. The novel follows his life from his youth, when he first becomes the Count De Foix, to his eventual downfall and death.Throughout the book, Powell weaves together historical events and fictional characters to create a vivid and engaging story. The novel is filled with action, intrigue, and romance, as well as detailed descriptions of life in medieval France. Overall, ""The Count De Foix: A Tale Of The Olden Time"" is a captivating historical novel that will appeal to fans of the genre and anyone interested in medieval 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.