The Great Design Of Henry IV: From The Memoirs Of The Duke Of Sully And The United States Of Europe (1909)

The Great Design of Henry IV: From the Memoirs of the Duke of Sully and the United States of Europe (1909) is a historical book written by Maximilien De Bethune Sully. The book explores the life and legacy of Henry IV, the King of France from 1589 to 1610. The author draws heavily from the memoirs of the Duke of Sully, who was a close advisor to the king, to provide a detailed account of Henry's reign.The book delves into Henry's ambitious plan to create a united Europe, which he called the ""Grand Design."" Henry envisioned a Europe that was free from religious and political strife, where all nations worked together for the common good. The author examines the challenges that Henry faced in trying to bring this vision to life, including opposition from other European powers.The book also provides insight into the political and social climate of France during Henry's reign. The author discusses the religious conflicts that plagued the country, as well as the economic and military challenges that Henry had to overcome.Overall, The Great Design of Henry IV is a comprehensive and engaging look at one of France's most influential kings. The author's use of primary sources and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in European history.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.