Histoire de St. Louis, Roi de France

A chronological narrative follows the saintly-portrayed monarch from early accession and the regency exercised by his mother through intense noble rivalries, coronation under tense conditions, and efforts to secure royal authority. The account emphasizes personal piety and moral resolve during illness and temptation, while detailing military undertakings, legal and administrative measures, and the regent’s political prudence in quelling factional threats. Court ceremonies, disputes among great vassals, and diplomatic maneuvers illustrate how faith, justice, and practical statecraft shaped governance, producing a blended portrait of personal devotion and the challenges of ruling in turbulent times.