Saint Clotilda (1906)

Saint Clotilda is a historical biography written by Godefroid Kurth and published in 1906. The book tells the story of Clotilda, a Frankish queen who played a significant role in the conversion of the Frankish people to Christianity. Clotilda was born in Burgundy in the 5th century and married the Frankish king Clovis I. Despite being a devout Christian, Clovis was initially resistant to converting to Christianity. However, after his victory over the Alemanni, he converted to Christianity, largely due to the influence of Clotilda. The book explores Clotilda's life, her religious beliefs and her influence on her husband. It also provides a detailed account of the political and social context of the Frankish kingdom during this time. The author draws on primary sources, including letters and chronicles, to provide a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of Clotilda's life and legacy. Overall, Saint Clotilda is a fascinating historical biography that sheds light on an important figure in the history of Christianity and the Frankish kingdom. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval history, religious history, or the role of women in shaping historical events.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.