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Set against the backdrop of the Saint Bartholomew's Day Massacre in 1572, this historical play explores the brutal religious conflict between Catholics and Calvinist Protestants in France. As thousands gather for a wedding, they fall victim to a premeditated attack by Catholic mobs, orchestrated by French leaders. The narrative also follows the assassination of the Duke of Guise, highlighting the pervasive atmosphere of terror. The events resonate with Protestant England, culminating in a significant message to Queen Elizabeth from the newly Catholic King Henry III.
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Christopher Marlowe - Massacre At Paris: "Virtue is the fount whence honour springs.", Christopher Marlowe
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- Title
- Christopher Marlowe - Massacre At Paris: "Virtue is the fount whence honour springs."
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Christopher Marlowe
- Publisher
- Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 52
- ISBN13
- 9781780006475
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Saint Bartholomew's Day Massacre in 1572, this historical play explores the brutal religious conflict between Catholics and Calvinist Protestants in France. As thousands gather for a wedding, they fall victim to a premeditated attack by Catholic mobs, orchestrated by French leaders. The narrative also follows the assassination of the Duke of Guise, highlighting the pervasive atmosphere of terror. The events resonate with Protestant England, culminating in a significant message to Queen Elizabeth from the newly Catholic King Henry III.