Anselme Adorne, Sire de Corthuy, Pèlerin De Terre-Sainte : Sa Famille, Sa Vie, Ses Voyages Et Son Temps

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

De La Coste, Edmond, 1788-1870

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Anselme Adorne, Sire de Corthuy, Pèlerin De Terre-Sainte" by Edmond De La Coste is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book narrates the life and travels of Anselme Adorne, a nobleman from Flanders, set against the backdrop of significant historical events of the 15th century, including the rise and fall of dynasties and the Crusades. It delves into themes of nobility, adventure, and the evolving political landscape of Europe, showcasing the central character as a well-rounded individual navigating through tumultuous times. The opening of the text introduces Anselme Adorne's intriguing historical context, detailing his connections to multiple regions, including Italy, Flanders, and Scotland, during a period marked by notable figures like Louis XI and the Medici. It paints a vivid picture of his youthful exploits in tournaments, pilgrimages to the Holy Land, and his diplomatic missions across Europe. Through the backdrop of wars, social upheaval, and personal encounters, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of Adorne's character, his relationships, and the historical developments that shaped his life's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Hélène de Mink and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (http://books.google.com/)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2010-01-13