Miniatures of French History

In a series of vivid, brief sketches, the brilliant essayist and historian Hilaire Belloc illuminates key moments, figures, and turning points of French history, bringing the past to life with narrative flair and characteristic opinion. Ranging across kings, battles, and the making of France, Belloc combines scholarship with the wit and forceful style that made him one of the most engaging writers of his age. Concise and colorful, the miniatures offer an accessible and entertaining tour through the great drama of French history. For lovers of history told with personality and verve, Miniatures of French History is a delightful and stimulating companion from a master of the historical essay.