Valois. The History of French Kings

Valois — one of the strongest dynasties of the Middle Ages. Their reign began with the curse of the Templars, continued with eternal disputes with England over the right to the French throne, and ended with bloody infighting. The kings from the Valois line glorified France, making it the strongest state in Europe. They were at the origins of the French Renaissance and contributed to great achievements in architecture, art, literature, and science. But the history of Valois is full of bloody and dark secrets that still remain a subject of discussion. Why did Charles VI go mad? Was Joan of Arc really his daughter? How many lovers did Francis I have? Why did the grandson of King Charles of Orléans spend twenty-five years in captivity? How did Nostradamus's prediction kill the children of Catherine de' Medici? The history of the Valois dynasty with its court intrigues, betrayal, and the burden of the crown.