How Long to Read Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89

How Long Does it Take to Read Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 10 minutes to read Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89 by Professor Robert J Knecht

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

King Henry III of France has not suffered well at the hands of posterity. Generally depicted as at best a self-indulgent, ineffectual ruler, and at worst a debauched tyrant responsible for a series of catastrophic political blunders, his reputation has long been a poor one. Yet recent scholarship has begun to question the validity of this judgment and look for a more rounded assessment of the man and his reign. For, as this new biography of Henry demonstrates, there is far more to this fascinating monarch than the pantomime villain depicted by previous generations of historians and novelists. Based upon a rich and diverse range of primary sources, this book traces Henry’s life from his birth in 1551, the sixth child of Henri II and Catherine de’ Medici. It following his upbringing as the Wars of Religion began to tear France apart, his election as king of Poland in 1573, and his assumption of the French crown a year later following the death of his brother Charles IX. The first English-language biography of Henry for over 150 years, this study thoroughly and dispassionately reassesses his life in light of recent scholarship and in the context of broader European diplomatic, political and religious history. In so doing the book not only provides a more nuanced portrait of the monarch himself, but also helps us better understand the history of France during this traumatic time.

How long is Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89?

Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89 by Professor Robert J Knecht is 370 pages long, and a total of 92,500 words.

This makes it 125% the length of the average book. It also has 113% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 25 minutes to read Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89 aloud.

What Reading Level is Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89?

Hero or Tyrant? Henry III, King of France, 1574-89 is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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