Memoirs Of Cardinal De Retz V3 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162673530)

Memoirs of Cardinal De Retz V3 is a book that contains the personal memoirs of Cardinal De Retz, a prominent figure in French politics during the 17th century. The book is the third volume in a series of memoirs and covers the period from 1655 to 1660. In it, De Retz provides a detailed account of his life and experiences during this time, including his involvement in various political intrigues and his relationships with other prominent figures of the era, such as Cardinal Mazarin and Queen Anne of Austria. The book also provides insight into the political and social climate of France during the 17th century, as well as the inner workings of the French court. Overall, Memoirs of Cardinal De Retz V3 is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in French history.One of the greatest mischiefs which the despotic authority of ministers has occasioned in the world in these later times is a practice, occasioned by their own private mistaken interests, of always supporting superiors against their inferiors. It is a maxim borrowed from Machiavelli, whom few understand, and whom too many cry up for an able man because he was always wicked.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.

Author: Cardinal de Retz
ISBN-10: 1162673532
ISBN-13: 9781162673530
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 60
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.26lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.12d