""The Dread and Fear of Kings"" is a historical novel written by John Breckenridge Ellis. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of Catherine de Medici, the Queen of France. Catherine is a powerful and ambitious woman who is determined to protect her family and her country from the dangers that threaten them. She faces many challenges throughout the book, including political intrigue, religious conflict, and assassination attempts. The novel explores the themes of power, love, and loyalty, as Catherine navigates the treacherous waters of the French court. Ellis's writing is rich and evocative, transporting the reader back in time to a world of opulence and danger. ""The Dread and Fear of Kings"" is a gripping and immersive read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and anyone who loves a good story of power and intrigue.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.
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