The Regency of Marie de Medicis: A Study of French History from 1610 to 1616 (1902)

The Regency of Marie de Medicis is a historical study written by Arthur Power Lord, first published in 1902. The book examines the period of French history from 1610 to 1616, during which Marie de Medicis served as regent for her son, King Louis XIII. The book begins with an overview of Marie de Medicis' life and her ascent to power as regent following the assassination of her husband, King Henry IV. Lord then delves into the political and social climate of France during this period, exploring the various factions and power struggles that characterized the regency. Throughout the book, Lord provides detailed accounts of key events and figures, such as the rise of the Concini family and the subsequent rebellion led by the Duke of Bouillon. He also examines the cultural and artistic developments of the time, including the patronage of Peter Paul Rubens and the construction of the Luxembourg Palace. Overall, The Regency of Marie de Medicis offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a pivotal period in French history, shedding light on the complex political and social dynamics of the era.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.