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The History of the Franks (Classics) (Paperback)

by Gregory of Tours (Author), Lewis Thorpe (Translator)
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  • Paperback: 720 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin Classics; Reprint edition (26 May 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0140442952
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140442953
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 3.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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Written following the collapse of Rome’s secular control over western Europe, the History of Gregory (c. AD 539–594) is a fascinating exploration of the events that shaped sixth-century France. This volume contains all ten books from the work, the last seven of which provide an in-depth description of Gregory’s own era, in which he played an important role as Bishop of Tours. With skill and eloquence, Gregory brings the age vividly to life, as he relates the exploits of missionaries, martyrs, kings and queens – including the quarrelling sons of Lothar I, and the ruthless Queen Fredegund, third wife of Chilperic. Portraying an age of staggering cruelty and rapid change, this is a powerful depiction of the turbulent progression of faith at a time of political and social chaos.


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Gregory of Tours (538–94), French historian, bishop of Tours (from 573), was born in Clermont-Ferrand. He had a distinguished and successful career as bishop. Gregory wrote accounts of miracles of the saints, an astronomical work to determine movable feasts, and a commentary on the Psalms. His masterpiece, Historia Francorum [history of the Franks], in 10 books, is a universal history; its account of contemporary events is of great importance.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Don't listen, this work is valuable and higly worthwhile!, 11 Dec 2000
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Although Gregory is frequently biased towards his family and home city of Tours, his works are an unparallelled source of information and insight into sixth century Frankish society. The transition to christianity is shown by one of the major players in the church, whilst the political turmoil that goes on around him gives valuable evidence for the development of Gaul.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The lives and deaths of the Franks, 20 April 2004
For anyone who is interested into what life was really like in the postRoman, dark ages, then here it is, 700 pages of blood and gore, lust andpiety. To some it may seem, all to often based on gruesome tittle tattle,but what an insight and horrific boost to the imagination into the goingson of those little doccumented times. Our dreams of chivalry lay shatteredat its' feet but as the Translator points out in footnote traps, whats'new? It is all the better if you know France and the places mentioned wellenough, starting with Tours. I found it the most eye opening history bookI have read for a long while, sadly though the satanic anti-hero and causeof much trouble and strife outlives the Author and her 'Divineretribution,' for another three years. We are all left frustrated at that,but none so much, I believe, as Gregory was!
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6 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't read this book!, 11 Nov 1998
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While I do admit that I knew Gregory of Tours that does not mean to say I like him. True 5th century Gaul was an exciting time for the development of Christianity but Gregory, with his unpleasant gossip, entirely misses the spirit of the age. His glorying in the filth and gore of humanity, not to mention his slurs on the Frankish royal family, can appeal only to the basest "News of the World" readers. Those wishing for edification will look elsewhere. Those wishing for scandal and slander will submit their order immediately.
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