One in a Thousand V1: Or the Days of Henry Quatre (1836)

One In A Thousand V1: Or The Days Of Henry Quatre is a historical novel written by George Payne Rainsford James in 1836. The book is set during the reign of King Henry IV of France, also known as Henry Quatre, in the late 16th century. The story follows the life of a young French nobleman named Louis d'Armaud, who is one of the ""one in a thousand"" individuals who possess exceptional courage and skill. Louis becomes embroiled in the political intrigue and religious conflict of the time, as France is torn apart by the Wars of Religion between the Catholics and Huguenots. He falls in love with a beautiful Huguenot woman named Marie de Clairvaux, and their relationship is tested by the religious and political divisions of their time. The novel also features other historical figures such as King Henry IV, his queen Marie de' Medici, and the Duke of Guise. It explores the themes of love, loyalty, honor, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous period of French history. Overall, One In A Thousand V1: Or The Days Of Henry Quatre is a gripping historical novel that provides a vivid portrayal of life during the reign of Henry IV, and the struggles of individuals caught up in the turmoil of religious and political conflict.In Two Volumes.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.