Chroniques de J. Froissart, tome 05/13 : $b 1356-1360 (Depuis les préliminaires de la bataille de Poitiers jusqu'à l'expédition d'Édouard III en Champagne et dans l'Ile de France)

This volume brings the vivid early chronicles of the later Hundred Years’ War to life, covering the dramatic years from 1356 to 1360. Listeners will hear a front‑row account of the events that led up to the notorious Battle of Poitiers, as King John II gathers his forces, moves through the French heartland, and confronts the English prince on the plains of Maupertuis. The narrative captures the tension of scouting parties, the clash of armies, and the uneasy negotiations that follow a hard‑fought encounter.

Beyond the battlefield, the chronicle follows King Edward III’s bold campaign into Champagne and the Île‑de‑France, offering a glimpse of medieval diplomacy, siege tactics, and the daily realities of soldiers and townsfolk alike. The text preserves the original spelling and marginal notes, giving a genuine sense of the period’s voice while modern editors have smoothed out printing errors for a clearer listening experience.