Richelieu: His Rise to Power

""Richelieu: His Rise to Power"" is a historical biography written by Carl J. Burckhardt. The book follows the life of Cardinal Richelieu, a prominent figure in French history, as he rises to power and becomes one of the most influential people in the country during the 17th century. Burckhardt delves into Richelieu's early years, his education, and his entry into the Church. He then explores Richelieu's political career, including his role as chief minister to King Louis XIII, his efforts to centralize the French government, and his involvement in the Thirty Years' War. Burckhardt also examines Richelieu's personal life, including his relationships with women and his health struggles. Through extensive research and analysis, Burckhardt paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating historical figure, offering readers a deeper understanding of the political and social climate of 17th century France.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.