The HBS Author's Spotlight SHOWCASES Laurel A. Rockefeller's Book: His Red Eminence, Armand-Jean du Plessis de Richelieu. Laurel A. Rockefeller is the author of the Peers of Beinan medieval science fiction series and the Legendary Women of World History.
His Red Eminence, Armand-Jean du Plessis de Richelieu
Author: Laurel A. Rockefeller
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Priest. Lover. Statesman.
From the author of the best-selling “Legendary Women of World History” series ...
Cardinal Armand-Jean du Plessis, duc de Richelieu is one of the most famous -- or infamous politicians of all time. Made a villain in the popular Dumas novel, "The Three Musketeers," the real man was a dedicated public servant loyal to king and country. A man of logic and reason, he transformed how we think about nations and nationality. He secularized wars between countries, patronized the arts for the sake of the public good, founded the first newspaper in France, and created France as the modern country we know today.
Excerpt from His Red Eminence, Armand-Jean du Plessis de Richelieu
Twenty minutes later Cardinal Richelieu and Anne stepped out of the cardinal’s carriage. Walking slowly but deliberately, they reached the council chamber and bowed deeply before the king. “We are here as requested, Your Majesty,” replied Richelieu.
The king motioned for both to rise before turning to Anne, “Is he well enough yet?”
“No,” answered Anne, “but we obey Your Majesty’s commands. I beg your leave to stay with him and serve him.”
“Granted,” acknowledged King Louis. “Now for the reason for your summons. Yesterday Charles duc de la Vieuville was arrested on charges of corruption and abuse of his powers as my interim First Minister. Upon recommendation of the queen mother augmented by many years of loyal service I am hereby appointing you, Armand-Jean du Plessis, Cardinal Richelieu as my First Minister.” Receiving it from a nearby servant, King Louis placed the four-inch-wide blue riband holding the Cross of the Holy Spirit around the cardinal’s neck, “May you fulfil your duties with more integrity and competence than your predecessor.”
Cardinal Richelieu’s knees buckled and he fell almost to the ground, “I am humbled by Your Majesty’s confidence in my abilities. Words cannot convey my gratitude. God save Your Majesty and forever make you strong and wise!”
“I will be all the stronger and wiser when my first minister is well again and can return to work. Go now back to your bed and return to your duties as soon as Mademoiselle Rochefeuille deems you able. You are no good to me half-dead from illness, Armand, but I wanted this done and done quickly lest some other misfortune strike beforehand.” King Louis motioned for one of his musketeers to step forward, “Jean-Armand du Peyrer, will you see to the safe return of the cardinal and his aide to their home and protect His Eminence until he returns to his duties?”
Du Peyrer bowed, “I would be honoured. Thank you, Your Majesty for this duty.” Rising, the cardinal, du Peyrer, and Anne prepared to leave.
Louis intercepted Anne, “Anne, one moment please.”
“Yes, Your Majesty?”
“You are now charged with the health of the second most important man in France. If there is anything at all you need, even the advice and assistance of my personal physician, you are commanded to inform me. If the cardinal should die of this or any other illness while you are in charge of his health, be assured you will not long survive yourself. This is now no longer a matter of convenience or inconvenience. Am I clear?”
“Yes, Your Majesty,” affirmed Anne as she waited for the king to release her from his presence. With a nod from the king she hastened to join Armand. Stepping into the carriage, she laid her head on his shoulder.
Armand touched her face, “What is it, Anne?”
“The king just threatened me.”
Armand held her close as the carriage lurched forward, “Do not be afraid. You have me as certainly as I have you. Whatever comes of my tenure as First Minister of France, I will always do what I can to shelter you and keep you from harm.”
“Merci, Mon Eminence.”
“Merci ma dame.”
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Author Description: Born, raised, and educated in Lincoln, Nebraska USA Laurel A. Rockefeller is author of over twenty books published and self-published since August, 2012 and in languages ranging from Welsh to Spanish to Chinese and everything in between. A dedicated scholar and biographical historian, Ms. Rockefeller is passionate about education and improving history literacy worldwide.
With her lyrical writing style, Laurel's books are as beautiful to read as they are informative.
In her spare time, Laurel enjoys spending time with her cockatiels, attending living history activities, travelling to historic places in both the United States and United Kingdom, and watching classic motion pictures and classic television series.
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