Francois Villon: His Life And Times 1431-1463

By Henry de Vere Stacpoole

Book Overview

Francois Villon: His Life And Times 1431-1463 is a biographical book written by H. De Vere Stacpoole that delves into the life of Francois Villon, a French poet and rogue who lived during the 15th century. The book provides a detailed account of Villon's life, from his birth in Paris to his eventual disappearance. Stacpoole explores Villon's early years as a student, his involvement in criminal activities, and his literary pursuits. The book also examines Villon's relationships with women, including his love for a woman named Katherine de Vaucelles. Throughout the book, Stacpoole provides historical context for Villon's life, giving readers a glimpse into the political and social climate of 15th century France. Overall, Francois Villon: His Life And Times 1431-1463 is a fascinating look at the life of one of France's most notorious poets, and an engaging read for anyone interested in history, literature, or biography.Villon, The French Poet, Thief And Vagabond Wrote His Best Known Works, Testaments And Ballade Des Pendus While In Prison.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428616780
• ISBN13: 9781428616783
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"