Childéric, Roi des Francs, (tome premier) by Beaufort d'Hautpoul

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Author Beaufort d'Hautpoul, Anne Marie, comtesse de, 1763-1837
Title Childéric, Roi des Francs, (tome premier)
Note Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Childéric, Roi des Francs (tome premier)" by Beaufort d'Hautpoul is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the life and times of Childéric, a young prince of the Franks, during a period marked by conflict between the Romans and various barbarian tribes, particularly under the looming threat of Attila the Hun. It delves into the cultural and military life of the Franks, highlighting their fierce bravery and tumultuous relationships with neighboring peoples. The opening of the text introduces us to the formative years of Childéric, who, even at the tender age of twelve, shows signs of courage and valor, longing to participate in the battles of his father, Mérovée. We are introduced to the context of ongoing warfare, with the Huns threatening the stability of the Frankish realm, and Childéric's earnest desire to follow in his father's footsteps leads him to take up arms in secret. The narrative vividly depicts the tense familial relationships and the overarching themes of duty, bravery, and the struggles faced by a young boy on the cusp of manhood amidst a backdrop of historical upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject France -- History -- To 987
Subject Childéric I, King of the Franks, -481
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EBook-No. 34991
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 20, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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