Memoirs - Hardcover

Memoirs by Joinville, Prince De is a historical book that recounts the life and times of the author, Jean de Joinville, a French nobleman and chronicler who lived in the 13th century. The book is an autobiographical account of Joinville's experiences, adventures and observations during his life, particularly his time spent as a close confidant and advisor to King Louis IX of France.The memoirs provide a unique insight into the political and social landscape of medieval France, as well as the personal relationships and intrigues that shaped the country's history. Joinville's writing is characterized by his vivid descriptions of battles, courtly life, and religious devotion, and his frank and honest appraisal of the people and events he encountered.The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different period of Joinville's life. The first part covers his early years as a courtier and soldier, while the second part focuses on his relationship with Louis IX and their joint participation in the Seventh Crusade. The final part covers Joinville's later years, including his retirement from public life and his reflections on his own mortality.Overall, Memoirs by Joinville, Prince De is a fascinating and informative historical document that provides a unique perspective on medieval France and the life of one of its most influential figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Europe, the Middle Ages, or the Crusades.They undertook the exclusive care of the exhumation and transport of the remains over British territory, and it was all done with the utmost propriety. The only request I made and obtained was, that the coffin should be opened before it was handed over to us, so as to be sure that we were taking neither a hotbed of infection nor an imaginary corpse on board.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.