Cardinal Richelieu is a historical biography written by Henry Llewellyn Williams and originally published in 1884. The book details the life and political career of Armand Jean du Plessis, better known as Cardinal Richelieu, who was a prominent figure in French politics during the 17th century. The biography begins with Richelieu's early life and education, including his time as a bishop and his appointment as the chief minister to King Louis XIII. Williams then delves into Richelieu's political strategies and accomplishments, including his role in the Thirty Years' War and his efforts to centralize power in France. Throughout the book, Williams provides insight into Richelieu's personal life, including his relationships with other prominent figures of the time and his own health struggles. The biography also explores the impact of Richelieu's policies on France and its people, both during his lifetime and in the centuries since his death. Overall, Cardinal Richelieu offers a comprehensive portrait of one of France's most influential statesmen, providing readers with a detailed look at his life, career, and legacy.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.