Chroniques de J. Froissart, tome 01/13, 2ème partie

A vivid window into the chivalric world of the early 14th century, this chronicle captures the fervor and turmoil of the first decades of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in the voice of a contemporary observer, it blends earnest reportage with a reverent celebration of martial virtue, offering listeners a glimpse of how knights, nobles, and common soldiers understood honor, loyalty, and the horrors of battle.

Spanning the years from the accession of Edward II to the siege of Tournai, the narrative follows the initial clashes between French and English crowns, the rise of famed leaders, and the fierce engagements that shaped the era’s politics. Through detailed accounts of tournaments, sieges, and daring exploits, the work brings to life the strategies, rivalries, and human stories that defined this turbulent period, allowing modern ears to hear the clash of swords and the echo of medieval ambition.