This novel offers a colorful and evocative portrayal of the life and times of Henry of Navarre, the famed French king of the late 16th century. Combining historical accuracy with imaginative flair, Vizetelly brings to life the court intrigue and royal scandals that marked Henry's reign, as well as the cultural and artistic ferment of the era. This book is an excellent introduction to an important period of French history, and a must-read for fans of historical fiction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.