| 单词 | Poitiers |
| 例句 | This evening there are 19 prisoners from Poitiers being transported to a concentration camp somewhere in the northeast of France. Code Name Verity 2012-05-15T00:00:00Z Islam’s march into Europe ended in 732, when the French defeated the Muslim armies at the battle of Poitiers. Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science 2010-11-15T00:00:00Z Marge Jervis’s costumes are notably good at setting periods — the smart black leather jacket for the photographer, the intricately beaded bodice for de Poitiers, voluptuous skirts for White. Review | Langston Hughes vs. McCarthyism in ‘Are You Now, or Have You Ever Been . . . ’ 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z But those works did not have the same emotional impact of the tableaux vivants, according to Pascal Faracci, the director of museums of Poitiers. ‘Exhibit B,’ a Work About Human Zoos, Stirs Protests 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z “Our mission is to render the palace visible and connect it with the quarter,” explained Charles Reverchon-Billot, a deputy mayor and vice president of culture, heritage and tourism for Grand Poitiers. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z When I stepped into the room where medieval troubadours sang to Eleanor of Aquitaine in Poitiers, my first impulse was to shout. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Another option is the Dordogne region, east of Bordeaux and about three hours from Poitiers. Q&A: Excursions After a Wedding in Poitiers 2010-06-29T18:18:00Z Perched on the Theatre Auditorium de Poitiers, the Rooftop offers a large indoor-outdoor space for enjoying panoramic city views and evening concerts. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Of France’s “second cities,” restaurant-rich Poitiers is where you can get great value for your money. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z At the Poitiers museum, Mr. Bailey rearranged 19th-century oil paintings of skulls and nude sculptures to match symbols with his living portraits. ‘Exhibit B,’ a Work About Human Zoos, Stirs Protests 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z It also made me dive into Wikipedia for more info on Henry II, which led to more reading on Diane De Poitiers, and then to the Medicis. Fontainebleau: A Forgotten Treasure 2016-09-27T04:00:00Z Perched on a rocky plateau encircled by two rivers, central Poitiers is a designated pedestrian zone, its cobblestoned streets lined with half-timbered houses and lively restaurants. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Case in point: I had to do a double take recently when I saw a three-euro appetizer on the menu at the Rooftop, a terrific spot with panoramic views atop the Theatre Auditorium de Poitiers. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Just 10 years later, he captured the French king at the Battle of Poitiers, eventually leading to his accession as Prince of Aquitaine. 10 royal heirs who died before they reigned 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z Poitiers traces its origins to Celtic Gaul, affording an unparalleled glimpse into the past. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z My wife and I will be attending a wedding in Poitiers, France, in September and want to do some touring afterward. Q&A: Excursions After a Wedding in Poitiers 2010-06-29T18:18:00Z About 50 miles north of Poitiers in Saumur, the abbey was established in 1101 as one of the era’s largest monastic communities, overseen by a string of impressive abbesses who were connected to the Plantagenets. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Influenced by the vernacular verse of her grandfather Guillaume le Troubadour, Eleanor cultivated poetry at her court of Poitiers, establishing a code of chivalry and manners. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z After graduating from the Lycée Descartes, where he took advanced courses in philosophy and mathematics, Yves studied mathematics at the University of Poitiers. Yves Bonnefoy, Pre-Eminent French Poet, Dies at 93 2016-07-05T04:00:00Z The Palace of the Counts of Poitou-Dukes of Aquitaine is built on a Gallo-Roman foundation at the highest point in Poitiers. In the French city of Poitiers, Eleanor of Aquitaine’s influence is everywhere 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z They were finally stopped in 732 by a Frankish army led by the Frankish lord Charles Martel at the Battle of Poitiers; this marked the end of the Arab conquests in Europe. Western Civilization: A Concise History 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z She became famous as the founder and abbess of the Monastery of the Holy Cross in Poitiers and was widely venerated as a saint after her death. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Opponents of the irrigation project in Sainte-Soline, near Poitiers, marched in large numbers on Saturday despite a ban on gatherings in the district. French police clash with water reservoir protesters 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z Poitiers said that competing climate subsidies from the E.U. were unlikely, and the chances of establishing a carve-out in the U.S. law to create a kind of “green” free-trade agreement were remote. Could Biden’s Climate Agenda Trigger a New Trade War? 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z “A lot will depend on the political will of national governments,” said Niclas Poitiers, a trade researcher at Bruegel, a Brussels-based research institute. Europe Plans to Ban Goods Made With Forced Labor 2022-09-14T04:00:00Z Diane de Poitiers, reputedly the most beautiful woman in 16th-century France, drank gold to preserve her good looks. The long and gruesome history of people trying to live forever 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z Researchers — also led by scientists at the University of Poitiers in France — initially looked at the fossil creature’s skull, teeth and jaw. Our first steps? Fossil may boost case for earliest ancestor 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z “This is why, in still older times, the French stopped the Arabs at Poitiers.” Opinion | A hero of the Trump right shows his true colors: Whites only 2022-07-27T04:00:00Z “If things really sour, you might see some kind of retaliatory tariffs,” Mr. Poitiers said. Could Biden’s Climate Agenda Trigger a New Trade War? 2022-12-06T05:00:00Z The English introduced the longbow and demonstrated its power in three significant battles: Crécy, Poitiers, and Agincourt. World History: Patterns of Interaction 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Poitiers didn’t arbitrarily pick gold as her panacea. The long and gruesome history of people trying to live forever 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z He grew up near Poitiers, where his mother was a seamstress and theater usher, and his father, who suffered from chronic enterocolitis and lesions in his heart, was an accountant. Luc Montagnier, Nobel-winning virologist who co-discovered HIV, dies at 89 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z According to his autobiography on the Nobel Prize website, Montagnier studied medicine in Poitiers and Paris. French HIV discoverer Luc Montagnier has died at 89 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z After the U.S. government placed an embargo on the importation of tomatoes from the Bahamas and the island’s tomato farmers succumbed to the economic disaster, the Poitiers moved to Nassau, the capital of the islands. Sidney Poitier, who helped break down Hollywood’s on-screen color barriers and made history as the first African American to win an Academy Award for best actor, has died 2022-01-07T05:00:00Z The Age of Chivalry died on the battlefields of Crécy, Poitiers, and Agincourt. World History: Patterns of Interaction 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Unlike the teenagers she faced in Poitiers, Ms. El Haïry strongly embraced France’s lofty universalist ideals. France’s Ideals Are a Harder Sell Among Diverse Youth 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z Dr. Montagnier studied science and medicine at the University of Poitiers, receiving a bachelor’s degree in 1953, and completed his medical studies in Paris, where he earned a doctorate at the Sorbonne in 1960. Luc Montagnier, Nobel-winning virologist who co-discovered HIV, dies at 89 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z Joining the magazine in 2007 after art school in Lyon and Poitiers, she grew up with the staff, in an atmosphere that she described as “an organized shambles, serious and funky, and above all alive.” Coco’s Choice: A Charlie Hebdo Cartoonist’s Road Back From Hell 2021-05-21T04:00:00Z Stilt-walkers and musicians from the local TAP theatre in Poitiers gather once a week outside the station to sing protest songs from the Paris Commune - and others, written during the current crisis. France and Covid: Call My Agent star joins plea to reopen theatres 2021-04-07T04:00:00Z For the past two years, similar messages have been appearing on walls all over Paris, Bordeaux, Grenoble, Poitiers, Lyons and other French cities. 'No more shame': the French women breaking the law to highlight femicide 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z She grew up as a practicing Catholic, but the many West African immigrants in her neighborhood in Poitiers sparked in her an interest in Islam. France’s Ideals Are a Harder Sell Among Diverse Youth 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z Given the challenges ahead, the pack largely took it easy Wednesday before the final approach to Poitiers. Ewan wins Tour’s Stage 11, Sagan relegated, Roglic in yellow 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z In the race for the overall win, Primoz Roglic stayed safe on the rolling ride to Poitiers to keep the race leader’s yellow jersey. Ewan wins Tour’s Stage 11, Sagan relegated, Roglic in yellow 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z Among those bedding down at the TAP theatre in Poitiers are teachers, nurses and restaurant workers. France and Covid: Call My Agent star joins plea to reopen theatres 2021-04-07T04:00:00Z “Apparently the last time the Tour finished in Poitiers was a while back, and the winner was an Irishman from Carrick-on-Suir famous for regularly wearing the green jersey, one Sean Kelly,” writes Robin Hazlehurst. Tour de France 2020: stage 11 – live! 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z The migrants traveled to Britain from the areas around the western French cities of Le Mans and Poitiers, and faced life-threatening conditions, hidden in refrigerator trucks crossing the English Channel by ferry or undersea train. French, Dutch police bust ring that smuggled migrants to UK 2020-01-23T05:00:00Z The bloom is off, and not just in this largely rural area of farms, light industry and suburbs surrounding Poitiers, home to a big regional university. French Turn on Macron, as They Grow Impatient for Results 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z Last autumn, a court in Poitiers ruled that the town had no legal basis to stop McDonald’s and must grant permission for it to start building or face fines of €300 a day. Choose a side: the battle to keep French isle McDonald's-free 2018-08-24T04:00:00Z In Poitiers, as elsewhere, the movement is starting to link up with other, more established protest groups. France and Covid: Call My Agent star joins plea to reopen theatres 2021-04-07T04:00:00Z “You’d get pretty good odds on today’s return to Poitiers being won by an Irishman from Carrick-on-Suir currently wearing the green jersey, one Sam Bennett. A pleasing symmetry.” Tour de France 2020: stage 11 – live! 2020-09-09T04:00:00Z The skiers were tourists from the French cities of Bordeaux and Poitiers. World Digest: Feb. 15, 2018 2018-02-15T05:00:00Z Michel Brunet, a palaeontologist at the University of Poitiers, who headed the Chadian expedition that discovered the Sahelanthropus remains, argues that they are the earliest known representative of the hominin lineage. Controversial femur could belong to ancient human relative 2018-01-21T05:00:00Z Bernard, Count de Ventadour, who is now England's first known legally identified "prisoner of war", had been captured in France the previous year at Poitiers, one of the key battles of the Hundred Years War. England's first 'prisoner of war' discovered 2018-01-15T05:00:00Z Her year began in Auckland, New Zealand, in early January and ended in Poitiers, France, in late October. The WTA Tour’s Busiest Player Is a Globe-Trotting Mom 2017-12-28T05:00:00Z On Saturday, Macron snaked slowly through the open-air market of Poitiers, absorbing a string of complaints from farmers about European aid and competition. Macron’s startup-style campaign upends French expectations 2017-04-30T04:00:00Z Other demonstrations are planned for Toulouse, Nice, Marseille, Lille, Poitiers and other cities. France on extra high alert for May Day as protesters march against Le Pen 2017-04-30T04:00:00Z Brunet declined to comment on the analysis of the thigh bone or on Macchiarelli’s and Bergeret's efforts to describe it at the Poitiers meeting. Controversial femur could belong to ancient human relative 2018-01-21T05:00:00Z The marksman is based with a special protection unit in nearby Poitiers, officials said. French police sniper shoots two in error at Hollande speech - BBC News 2017-02-28T05:00:00Z Her father, who ran a shoe factory, was a history buff and sparked her interest in warfare by taking her to visit the battlefields of Crecy, Poitiers and Agincourt. Clare Hollingworth, reporter who broke news about start of World War II, dies at 105 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z More interesting to her by far were the battlefield tours that her father arranged to sites as diverse as Naseby, Poitiers and Agincourt. Obituary: Clare Hollingworth - BBC News 2017-01-10T05:00:00Z Future migrations from Africa, with a large Muslim component, could pose the greatest threat to the social cohesion of Europe since 1945, or even since invading Arab forces were halted at Poitiers in 732. Vladimir Putin is bringing back the 1930s 2016-10-07T04:00:00Z Despite the debate, the discovery of the fossils made Brunet famous in France, and especially in Poitiers, where a street is named after him. Controversial femur could belong to ancient human relative 2018-01-21T05:00:00Z Another researcher, Abderrazak El Albani of the University of Poitiers in France, said the level of detail in the study was “ absolutely insufficient to tell us if these organisms were multicellular, eucaryotes or complex”. Complex life on Earth began billion years earlier than previously thought, study argues 2016-05-17T04:00:00Z France was invaded by the Moors in the 8th century, and Charles Martel defeated them in the Battle of Poitiers in 732. Was Louis IX a jihadist? 2015-12-04T05:00:00Z Researchers in Paris recruited 28 students from three schools near Poitiers, France. How the Brain Regulates Simultaneous Pains 2015-10-26T04:00:00Z The Abbey of the Holy Cross at Poitiers was not the nicest place, and the cousins seem to have chafed under the thumb of the abbess when they themselves were royal blood. Kate Beaton's top 10 warrior princesses: from Elizabeth I to Boudicca 2015-08-23T04:00:00Z On Thursday, a man was arrested in the city of Poitiers after painting the words “Death to Arabs” on the gates of a mosque. France expands hunt for brothers linked to massacre as country marks national day of mourning 2015-01-08T05:00:00Z Mr. Lagerfeld has compared Ms. Dehar to Diane de Poitiers, who was for years the favorite of King Henry II, but who was also renowned for her political acuity and influence on the king. Soccer Stars Are at Center of Paris Prostitution Case 2013-06-19T03:19:13Z The successful campaigns of Crécy and Poitiers were entirely financed by these English capitalists. Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 2012-04-27T02:00:38.817Z It was Charles Martel, not his grandson, who, by the great battle of Poitiers, had checked their career. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z "Your honour, my Lord Count, is worth the city of Poitiers," replied the man. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Even Alphonse of Poitiers sometimes grew tired of ministering to the wishes of those who served him so well. A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I 2012-04-17T02:00:16.473Z He, however, was forced to leave Le Mans, and went probably to Poitiers and afterwards to Bordeaux. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" 2012-04-14T02:00:23.707Z So great was the respect in which he was held by the citizens of Poitiers that about 353, although still a married man, he was unanimously elected bishop. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" 2012-04-04T02:00:56.447Z This proposal was received with favor by all the warriors and the army started on the campaign, going towards Poitiers, where Clovis resolves to take the Visigoths' lands in Gaul Alaric was then staying. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z Thus ended the first day's journey of the Count de Morseiul towards Poitiers. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Cetois, a physician of Poitiers, relates a still more singular case of total abstinence in a girl, who, from the age of eleven to that of fourteen, took no nourishment. Curiosities of Medical Experience 2012-03-09T03:00:20.410Z From that time he was under the influence of two personages, who dominated him completely for the remainder of his life—Diane de Poitiers, his mistress, and Anne de Montmorency, his mentor. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" 2012-04-14T02:00:23.707Z Shortly afterwards he set out for Poitiers, where he had an interview with Clement, who consulted him on the affairs of the East. Secret Societies of the Middle Ages 2012-02-09T03:00:11.637Z After this achievement the king resolved to await the arrival of his brother, the count of Poitiers, with additional troops. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z For a considerable distance he went on towards Poitiers at the same slow pace, filled with dark and gloomy thoughts, and with nothing but despair on every side. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Cressy and Poitiers; the destruction of the Spanish fleet; the plague of the Black Death; the Jacquerie rising; these are treated by the author in "St. George for England." The Little Princess of Tower Hill 2012-02-06T03:00:11.547Z Robert quotes an epitaph on the doctor of Poitiers, found, he says, in an ancient manuscript, although the style gives little indication of the Middle Ages. Donahoe's Magazine, Volume XV, No. 3 Volume XV (Jan 1886-Jul 1886) 2012-01-23T03:00:12.223Z Count of Poitiers, to gather copy for his muse, and even some, like Stephen of Blois and Hugh of Vermandois, who had joined the First Crusade, but had failed to reach Jerusalem. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z The most illustrious of these uncrowned sovereigns was Charles Martel, the victor over the Saracens near Poitiers, in whose time the Frankish throne for four years had no occupant at all. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z If he do that," said the blacksmith, "he will have a better body guard at Ruffigny than ever he had at Poitiers. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Above this again, almost too high to be clearly seen, is the death of St. Hilary of Poitiers, at which St. Martin assisted. The Story of Assisi 2012-01-14T03:00:18.710Z In the defence of Poitiers in 1569 with his brother, the duke of Mayenne, he showed more solid abilities as a soldier. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z At Lucca Cathedral is an example incised upon one of the piers of the porch; and others may be seen at Pavia, Aix in Provence, and at Poitiers. Ecclesiastical Curiosities 2011-12-13T03:00:24.507Z Pie of Poitiers will utter some of those bold Oriental metaphors, which all France laughs at but which are gravely received in the Council Hall. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z He entertained some expectation of receiving letters from Poitiers, but none arrived. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z In 507 the West Gothic king Alaric II. fell before the Frankish arms at Campus Vogladensis, near Poitiers, and his kingdom, as a great power north of the Alps, fell with him. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z He passed some time at Poitiers, where he learned to speak and write French fluently, and had an opportunity of studying French law, and especially the Code Napoleon, which had then but recently been promulgated. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z Dupanloup, Bishop of Orleans, was one of the oldest and most determined defenders of the interests of the papal see, and from Poitiers the emperor was pretty openly characterized as a second Pilate. Church History, Vol. 3 of 3 2011-09-14T02:00:43.813Z Bishop Pie of Poitiers had already the day before, as reporter of the Deputation, exceeded the expectations generally formed of him. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z "I saw him," replied the Count, "when I visited the Duc de Rouvr�, at Poitiers, and once also upon the road between Paris and Versailles, about three or four days ago." The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z It must not go at Rouen as it did at Poitiers. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z He always recurred with pleasure in later years to the time he passed at Poitiers. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z The year 1100 is a good date, because of the first Provençal poet, William, Count of Poitiers, who was living then; he went on the Crusade three years later. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z The change of tone was much remarked in him, as in the Bishop of Poitiers. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z "I have only seen him on these two occasions since I arrived in Paris, and two or three times during my stay at Poitiers." The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Several of the courtiers who had faith in the mission of the inspired young woman, followed her to Poitiers in order to witness the interrogatory. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z Just as the crowd began to give way, Georges d'Estouteville was startled to see, at one of the windows of the Hôtel de Poitiers, his beloved Marie de Saint-Vallier, laughing with the Count. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z There is an example of the verse which has travelled from William of Poitiers, about the year 1100, to Burns and his imitators. Medieval English Literature Home University of Modern Knowledge #43 2011-09-09T02:00:56.970Z Even Pie of Poitiers is no longer altogether in accord with Manning and Deschamps, and Fessler said lately that a definition could not be carried against 80 dissentient votes. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z And pray," continued La Reynie, in the same tone, "what private conversations took place between you and the Chevalier at Poitiers? The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z I have read her answers to the interrogatories at Poitiers. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z Terrified at the gulf into which ambition had overthrown the Duchesse de Valentinois, better known as Diane de Poitiers, she was afraid too, no doubt, of Queen Catherine, and preferred happiness to splendor. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z No one knows when or how Diane de Poitiers first came to fascinate Fran�ois, or how or why her power waned. Castles and Chateaux of Old Touraine and the Loire Country 2011-08-27T02:00:22.057Z Pie of Poitiers insisted on the fact that the paragraph had been published in the Allgemeine Zeitung, and could not therefore without peril be withdrawn even for the moment only. Letters From Rome on the Council 2011-11-25T03:00:11.447Z I intend to leave Poitiers to-morrow, and will communicate your desire to him. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Once more, I say to you, I have not come to Poitiers to display signs! The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z Was the lady he had found in the Hôtel de Poitiers merely wearing a mask of virtue? The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z Fran�ois held possession till his death, when his son made it over to the "admired of two generations," Diane de Poitiers. Castles and Chateaux of Old Touraine and the Loire Country 2011-08-27T02:00:22.057Z England, though, perhaps, she could not muster an army as large as in former times, has hearts as stout, and arms as strong as those that gained for her imperishable glory at Agincourt and Poitiers. The Moral and Intellectual Diversity of Races With Particular Reference to Their Respective Influence in the Civil and Political History of Mankind 2011-08-19T02:00:11.867Z As I take it for granted you are going towards Poitiers, Monsieur Pelisson, I shall most likely see you soon again. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z The English, already masters of several of our provinces since the battle of Poitiers, easily took possession of almost all France, torn in factions as the country was. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z The Dauphin was now enslaved by Diane de Poitiers, who had dared to be the rival of Madame d'Etampes. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z He devoted himself more and more to the study of the Fathers; the works of St. Hilary of Poitiers on the Trinity left him an humble and firm believer in that august mystery. The Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, June 1865 2011-08-13T02:00:20.940Z The writer of the letter 41 was William de Montacute, 2nd Earl, who fought at Poitiers and in most of the French wars of his time. William de Colchester Abbot of Westminster 2011-08-05T02:00:50.197Z The King, you know, is my godfather, and I trust that my representation of what is taking place at Poitiers may do some good. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Such had been the savage war waged in Gaul for the last fifty years since the defeat of the French nobility at Poitiers. The Executioner's Knife Or Joan of Arc 2011-09-13T02:00:34.817Z She jerked her head in the direction of Chenonceaux, the château she had just exchanged for Chaumont with Diane de Poitiers. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z In this period appeared Cesarius of Arles, Gregory of Tours, and Fortunatus of Poitiers, whose learning shed a light upon their age, and whose works marked the birth of a new literature purely ecclesiastical. The Irish Ecclesiastical Record, Volume 1, April 1865 2011-07-30T02:00:17.553Z There was the 8th century battle of Poitiers that stopped the invading Muslims and preserved Christian Europe. The New Battle for Europe: Bankers vs. Taxpayers 2011-07-17T00:01:20Z Individual instances certainly may sometimes occur, but unfortunately they have not occurred in Poitiers. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Cressy and Poitiers laid France prostrate at the feet of England; the Spanish fleet was dispersed and destroyed. Blackie & Sons Catalogue - 1886 Books for Young People 2011-06-16T02:00:16.233Z If Henri II. had had children by Diane de Poitiers, it would have caused serious political complications. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z On my road through France I shall make a short break at Poitiers. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z One at Poitiers, on the occasion of the opening of a railroad, has given satisfaction to moderate men of all parties, who believe it honest. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z I expect several other gentlemen in Poitiers of your persuasion in religious matters. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Moreover, the monarchists, led by Thiers and the committee of the Rue de Poitiers, were no longer content even with the safe dictatorship of the upright Cavaignac, and joined forces with the Bonapartists. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z So this attempt came to nothing—as the King died wearing the colors of Diane de Poitiers. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z True, sire, true," replied Diana of Poitiers, "your armies are retrieving all that was once lost. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z To satisfy all doubts about Joan, it was settled that she should be taken to Poitiers, where the Parliament was assembled, and be there questioned by a royal commission. Heroines That Every Child Should Know Tales for Young People of the World's Heroines of All Ages 2011-05-04T02:00:19.257Z The young Count of course submitted, whatever were the private reasons which induced him to wish to quit Poitiers as soon as possible. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z It was as at Cr�cy and Poitiers; the French chivalry, accustomed to mere playing at battle in the tourneys, no longer knew how to fight. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z After reading everything both for and against her conduct with Francis I., at a time when the House of Poitiers was in the greatest danger, we can neither confirm nor deny anything. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z I think, monseigneur," said Diana of Poitiers, taking a step forward, "I think I may reply fully to your question, which Monsieur de Masseran seems not inclined to do. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z She had as yet only given the sign promised to the doctors of Poitiers—only begun the great work she was sent to do. Heroines That Every Child Should Know Tales for Young People of the World's Heroines of All Ages 2011-05-04T02:00:19.257Z "Wait till they are fully established at Poitiers," replied the young officer. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z The disaster at Poitiers almost led to the establishment in France of institutions analogous to those which England owed to Bouvines. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z It was through her mother that Catherine was so rich and connected with so many families; for, strangely enough, Diane de Poitiers, her rival, was also her cousin. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z Diana of Poitiers paused for a moment in intense thought ere she answered, while the two noblemen stood gazing upon her in silence. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z At Poitiers he visited Queen Radegunda, who lived there in retirement, and she induced him to prolong his stay in the city indefinitely. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 6 "Foraminifera" to "Fox, Edward" 2011-04-22T02:00:08.637Z I must go to Poitiers of course," replied the Count, "when the governor comes down; but yet I shall go without fear, as I think you might by this time know. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z The Black Prince took this opportunity to ravage the southern provinces, and then marched to join the duke of Lancaster and Charles of Defeat at Poitiers. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z He fought at the battle of Poitiers and died in 1384.—James, the second earl, who, like his ancestors, was constantly engaged in border warfare, was killed at the battle of Otterburn in 1388. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 1: Deposition to Eberswalde 2011-04-14T02:00:57.977Z "To keep down the house of Montmorency," replied Diana of Poitiers. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z In 1355 he commanded the army which invaded France from Gascony, and distinguished himself the following year at the great battle of Poitiers. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura 2011-04-14T02:00:56.200Z He simply told the valet what had occurred, and ordered his horses to be saddled to return to Poitiers the next morning at day break. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z The death of Louis IX. and that of his brother Alphonse of Poitiers, heir of the count of Toulouse, made Philip III., the Bold, legitimate master of northern France and undisputed sovereign of southern France. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" 2011-05-15T02:00:07.897Z She was the mistress of King Henry II of France, and descended from the noble family of Poitiers, in Dauphiny. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 1: Deposition to Eberswalde 2011-04-14T02:00:57.977Z "I understand, I understand," replied Diana of Poitiers, interrupting him. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z During this struggle he also attacked the count of Poitiers, the royal representative in Languedoc, but owing to the intervention of Pope Innocent VI. he made peace with the count in 1360. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z I was but one day in Poitiers before I set off in haste. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z Belonging to the transition stage are many fine buildings, in which group are the fine church at Poitiers just mentioned and the cathedral at Le Puy-en-Velay. France 2011-03-27T02:00:11.847Z In one of the quietest streets of Poitiers, before a cottage door, we bought an old inlaid table, which is one of the pleasantest memorials of our journey. Story of My Life, volumes 1-3 2011-03-20T02:00:26.607Z The marquis, in delivering this account, had paused and hesitated several times, and Diana of Poitiers had remarked that he avoided carefully all mention of the after-fate of Bernard de Rohan. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z She received intelligence of his scheme, however, and, changing her route, got safe to her own town of Poitiers. Cabinet Portrait Gallery of British Worthies Volume I 2011-03-12T03:00:27.327Z "But he has strangely altered his tone; for at Poitiers he would fain have proved me guilty all sorts of acts that I never committed." The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z In 732 the Arab advance had reached the centre of France, but here it was stopped for good at the battle of Poitiers and thrust back as far as the Pyrenees again. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z She upheld Admiral Chabot against the constable de Montmorency, who was supported by her rival, Diane de Poitiers, the dauphin’s mistress. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 7 "Equation" to "Ethics" 2011-02-27T03:00:31.973Z The expression of Henry's face while she was speaking puzzled not a little Diana of Poitiers. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z I've never been brought up to think of Diana of Poitiers mourning a husband. Seeing France with Uncle John 2011-02-26T03:00:47.827Z Doubtless there were Kentish pikes and blades, Kentish helmets and hauberks, at Cressy and Poitiers, at Agincourt, in the Wars of the Roses, and at Flodden. Canterbury 2011-02-17T03:00:20.527Z After executing a great circular sweep through P�rigord, Limousin and Berry, he was returning to Bordeaux laden with plunder, when he was Battle of Poitiers. intercepted by the king of France near Poitiers. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 5 English History 2011-02-12T03:00:32.473Z IN 1317 the diocese of Poitiers was divided, and parts apportioned to the newly founded bishoprics of Maillezais and Lu�on. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z "So far so good," replied Diana of Poitiers. Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance 2011-05-07T02:00:29.347Z I don't know what he expected in a church, but he said he never thought about the church; he only thought about Diane de Poitiers. Seeing France with Uncle John 2011-02-26T03:00:47.827Z First of all, did he not carry bravery to the point of charging old Diana of Poitiers, as he would have done a citadel? The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z It is called the gallery of Diana, after Diana of Poitiers, who for a lady of tenuous moral fiber seems to have inspired some pretty substantial memories. The Car That Went Abroad Motoring Through the Golden Age 2011-01-27T03:00:39.880Z Another aspect which places Poitiers at the very head of ecclesiastical foundations is that it sustained, and still sustains, a separate religious edifice known as the Baptist�re. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z On the 19th of September the two armies met in the battle of Poitiers, fought about 6 m. south-east of the city. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 10 "Echinoderma" to "Edward" 2011-01-19T03:00:19.027Z Among the first convent schools to achieve distinction were those of Arles and Poitiers in Gaul, in the latter part of the sixth century. Woman in Science With an Introductory Chapter on Woman's Long Struggle for Things of the Mind 2011-01-12T03:00:29.853Z "Gondi must have received a letter from me at Poitiers, in which I ordered him to meet me at the camp of my son, instead of pursuing his route to Paris." The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z From Bourges we go to Poitiers, then to Tours, to Angers, to Le Mans, and end at Chartres. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z When the see of Lu�on was established in the fourteenth century it comprehended a territory over which Poitiers had previously had jurisdiction. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z At Poitiers he was brought into contact with Richelieu—as yet unknown to political fame, and simply the zealous young bishop of the neighbouring diocese of Lu�on. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 8 "Dubner" to "Dyeing" 2010-12-26T03:00:17.840Z The scene is laid at a border castle between England and Scotland, the city of London, and on the French battle-fields of Cressy and Poitiers. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z When a few weeks ago I left for Paris, I concluded I would, in passing through Poitiers, Angers and Orleans, visit several of our pastors in order to ascertain whether they also shared our apprehensions. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z No one can question the right of quaint old Poitiers to be as haughty as hill towns have always been—nay, haughtier. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z Leaving that aspect apart—to the historians and apologists—it is the churches of Poitiers which have for the traveller the greatest and all-pervading interest. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z Before long, his reforming zeal involved him in many quarrels—so much so that he left Poitiers and settled down in Paris. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 8 "Dubner" to "Dyeing" 2010-12-26T03:00:17.840Z We deliver into south-west France from Poitiers downwards where it is estimated 25,000 Britons now live. Expat orders for British supermarket food surge on strength of euro 2010-06-09T06:01:00Z At Blois, at Angers, at Poitiers—the same massacres of our brothers. The Pocket Bible or Christian the Printer A Tale of the Sixteenth Century 2011-01-27T03:00:40.940Z The colour is really delightful and contains much of the brilliant blue for which Poitiers is famous. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z The other architectural attractions of Poitiers are nearly as great as its array of churches. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z If we recall the battles of Cressy and Poitiers, we can readily understand what an enormous expenditure would be required for the proper conduct of the war. Cathedral Cities of England The flood had passed the Pyrenees, and advanced over prostrate Aquitaine to Poitiers, which it had taken. The Formation of Christendom, Volume VII It cannot be admitted, indeed, as has been claimed, that the 14th century had a scientific system of tactics, or that the campaign of Poitiers was arranged by the French “general staff.” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 6 "Armour Plates" to "Arundel, Earls of" On our way from Poitiers to Tours, we shall pass through several charming little valleys and find attractive, though quiet, scenery, during most of the journey. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z This is an unusual work in Gaul, the only other examples being at Poitiers and Le Puy. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z A ch�teau of the 18th century occupies the site of an older one in which Diana of Poitiers, mistress of Henry II., resided. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 4 "Aram, Eugene" to "Arcueil" Bindings of similar style were made for Diane de Poitiers, duchesse de Valentinois, with her initials and the same devices of crescents and bows. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 2 "Bohemia" to "Borgia, Francis" "No, madame; but for the shade of the beautiful Diane de Poitiers, who is said to haunt the Louvre." Marguerite de Valois The nobility were injured more than the lower classes by these wars, and in the great defeats of Crécy, Poitiers and Agincourt their losses were frightful. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z Poitiers, on the river Clain, a tributary of the Vienne, is the chief city of Poitou. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z Military systems of the middle ages. character of the English troops at Crecy, Poitiers, and Azincourt, i. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 We have Agincourt and Cressy and Poitiers and La Belle Alliance to say that they will fight. The Guns of Europe It was greatly improved and embellished by Diana of Poitiers, mistress of Henry 2nd who however was afterwards compelled by Catherine de M�dicis to exchange this splendid gift of her munificent lord, for Chaumont-sur-Loire. Memoranda on Tours and Touraine Including remarks on the climate with a sketch of the Botany And Geology of the Province also on the Wines and Mineral Waters of France In the Lady Chapel are two especially fine tombs, one of the Duc de Brézé, husband of the famous Diane de Poitiers, and the other of Louis XII’s great Minister, Cardinal d’Amboise. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z The valley of the Charente waters a considerable region to the southward of Poitiers. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z After the alliance between Charles and Odo on the field of Poitiers, the mayor of the palace left Aquitaine to Odo’s son Hunald, who paid homage to him. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" Some of the finest French examples extant are those which were executed for Henry II. and Diana of Poitiers, Duchess of Valentinois. The Story of Books These mineral waters are situated in the department of the Vienne, five leagues from Ch�tellerault, nine from Poitiers and sixty-six from Paris. Memoranda on Tours and Touraine Including remarks on the climate with a sketch of the Botany And Geology of the Province also on the Wines and Mineral Waters of France From Limoges we go north to Poitiers, then to Angers, to Le Mans, through Alençon to Sées, to Verneuil, and conclude with Chartres, an hour and a quarter from Paris by express. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z The cathedral of St. Pierre de Poitiers has been baldly and tersely described as a "mere Lombard shell with a Gothic porch." The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z At the battle of Poitiers, in 1356, it was he who decided the day and saved the life of the Black Prince. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" Since the battle of Poitiers I have looked upon you as one of my best companions in arms, although at times you are as stubborn as a mule and quite odd in your tastes. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess To superintend its publication, she took up her abode at the permitted distance from Paris, at the old chateau of Chaumont-sur-Loire, already notable as the residence of Diane de Poitiers, Catherine de Medicis, and Nostradamus. Lives of Celebrated Women His son, Henry II, presented them to Diane de Poitiers for her Château d’Anet. Stained Glass Tours in France 2010-12-30T03:00:24.760Z He took upon himself, though, to exercise his royal prerogative; and henceforth, for his rash edict, the bishop of Poitiers was banished for ever, and the see descended unto other hands. The Cathedrals of Southern France 2011-02-10T03:00:54.597Z He was seneschal of Poitou in 1369, and was mortally wounded at the bridge of Lussac near Poitiers on the 31st of December. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" I believed that those Arabian dogs who had been so roughly hammered would recross the Pyrenees in a hurry after their rout at Poitiers. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess Henry being completely under the influence of his mistress, Diane de Poitiers, she had little authority. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" Before the Duke of Guise comes to the Parliament, the Valois will first invite my brother to a conference—not here in Blois, but nearer his own lines—at Poitiers, perhaps, or at Loches. The White Plumes of Navarre A Romance of the Wars of Religion Lambert, Alexander, and perhaps others, are thought to have known not Alberic, but a later ten-syllabled version into Northern French by Simon of Poitiers. A Short History of French Literature His passport to the favor of his great countrywoman was a book, the result of these rhymings, covering the period from the battle of Poitiers, 1356, to the time of his voyage. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 15 The next day, on the plains of Poitiers, you and your men fought so bravely against the Arabs that you lost three-fourths of your little troop. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess "Octave," answered the old man melancholically, "I am one hundred years old—I fought at the battle of Poitiers against the Arabs." The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters of Charlemagne. A Tale of the Ninth Century But in October 732 their march was checked between Tours and Poitiers by Charles Martel and after some days of skirmishing a fierce but indecisive battle was fought. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" William, count of Poitiers and duke of Aquitaine, has rendered himself in many ways obnoxious to the Holy See. A Short History of French Literature Ten days after the battle of Poitiers, the dauphin Charles returned to Paris and convoked the �tats G�n�raux, who opened their second session on the 17th of October, 1356. Paris From the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 2 He bought me and told me in advance that he was to sell me to a rich Frankish seigneur named Bodegesil, Duke of the country of Poitiers. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess To the end of interesting him all the more in my lot I offered him my own sword and the swords of all my men, just a few days before the battle of Poitiers. The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters of Charlemagne. A Tale of the Ninth Century Calvin’s movements at this time are difficult to trace, but he visited both Orleans and Poitiers, and each visit marked a stage in his development. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" Guillem of Poitiers also wrote a historical poem on the Crusades with similar ill fate. A Short History of French Literature Poitiers is a crazy old town, but contains one of the most admirable specimens of the architecture immediately preceding the pointed, or ogivale, and which the French savans call "the Romane." The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain Described in a series of letters, with illustrations representing Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and other monuments of art, contained in the cities of Burgos, Valladolid, Toledo, and Seville. I was twenty years old when I learned that Charles was approaching Poitiers for the purpose of driving back the Arabians, who then threatened to invade the region. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess Mindful of the service that you rendered my grandfather at the battle of Poitiers, I meant to be generous towards you. The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters of Charlemagne. A Tale of the Ninth Century When he was twenty-three, however, he received permission to go to Poitiers to study law, no doubt with a view to his obtaining perferment through his kinsman the Cardinal Jean du Bellay. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 7 "Drama" to "Dublin" The earliest of these minstrels whose songs we possess is William IX, Count of Poitiers. A Short History of French Literature I allude to the church called "the Notre Dame de Poitiers." The Picturesque Antiquities of Spain Described in a series of letters, with illustrations representing Moorish palaces, cathedrals, and other monuments of art, contained in the cities of Burgos, Valladolid, Toledo, and Seville. We arrived at the camp of Charles on the eve of the battle of Poitiers. The Abbatial Crosier or Bonaik and Septimine. A Tale of a Medieval Abbess "It is true," and carrying his hand to his forehead where the traces of a deep wound were still visible, the aged Breton added: "I received this wound at the battle of Poitiers." The Carlovingian Coins Or The Daughters of Charlemagne. A Tale of the Ninth Century During a short truce with the warden of the English marches he had served in France, being wounded at Poitiers in 1356. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6 "Dodwell" to "Drama" They were for the most part religious liberals and deists, rarely atheists, but that was enough to array the bishops, like monseigneur Pie of Poitiers, against them. A History of the Third French Republic You miserable man, did you not see how things went at Poitiers, when I had to dance attendance for three days upon your King and your Queen? Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) In a battle near Poitiers the Visigoths were defeated and their king, Alaric II, slain. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. In the words of Hilary of Poitiers, “Faith gathers strength through opposition.” Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" With his cousin, the 1st earl of Douglas, he had fought at Poitiers, where he was taken prisoner, but was released through ignorance of his real rank. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6 "Dodwell" to "Drama" "The whisper of a beautiful woman," says Diana of Poitiers, "can be heard further than the loudest call of duty." Oriental Women At the close of the summer of 1249, Alphonse de Poitiers embarked on his voyage to lead to his brother the considerable army he had been able to collect. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) To Poitiers she went, and there as everywhere the people loved her for her goodness, her enthusiasm for the rescue of France, and for her unassuming piety. Ten Girls from History Those of my readers, therefore, who have made themselves acquainted with the details of Crécy must expect a repetition of much the same sort of incidents in the details of Poitiers. Poitiers It was magnificently successful in the field, and gave to the English story the names of Crécy and of Poitiers. Crécy When Mother Duchesne with her companions, was on her way to Bordeaux to take passage for the New World, she stopped at the convent of Poitiers. Venerable Philippine Duchesne To aid Blanche in her government, and also to collect an additional force for the crusade, Louis had left in France his brother, Alphonse de Poitiers, who was of real assistance to his mother. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) The bishop of Troyes, Henri de Poitiers, finding however no proofs of the authenticity of this relic, prohibited it to be shown as an object of worship, and it remained unheeded for twenty-four years. A Treatise on Relics He hoped, indeed, to increase it somewhat with further levies as his progress southward advanced, and we shall see that his ultimate entry into the town of Poitiers did considerably reinforce him. Poitiers The star continued its northerly movement, visible one fine night from the Arab tents pitched on the plains between Poitiers and Tours. The Cathedrals of Northern Spain Defeated at the elections of 1889, he was appointed rector of the academy of Poitiers in 1890, and five years later to the academy of Lyons. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" I did not come to show signs or work miracles in Poitiers; the sign I shall give you will be to raise the siege of Orl�ans. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) As for the towns in Gaul, Hilary, the Bishop of Poitiers, was a leading official in that town, and only became a Christian in the year 350, when he was about thirty-five years of age. The Christian Church in These Islands before the Coming of Augustine Three Lectures Delivered at St. Paul's in January 1894 It was absolutely necessary for the Prince not only to avoid Poitiers, but not to pass so close to it as to give the alarm. Poitiers On the 5th of June 1453 the sentence took effect; at Poitiers the shameful form of making honourable amends was gone through; and for nearly three years nothing is known of him. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 6 "Cockaigne" to "Columbus, Christopher" He was the chief instigator of the murder of his brother Clodomer’s children in 524, and his share of the spoils consisted of the cities of Tours and Poitiers. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 5 "Clervaux" to "Cockade" Well do I see that many a hard trial awaits me in Poitiers; but God will aid me. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) The Christian poet of the sixth century, writing at Poitiers of St. Martin, declares that the Spaniard, the Moor, the Persian, the Briton, loved him. The Christian Church in These Islands before the Coming of Augustine Three Lectures Delivered at St. Paul's in January 1894 A mile beyond the village there is a roll of rising land, itself a mile short of the great road which joins Poitiers and Chauvigny. Poitiers "There is here the Lion of Poitiers, who makes you this answer: Cautin, bishop of Clermont, I shall break my switch over your back if you do not quit speaking with such insolence." The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres I swear to God by the salvation of my soul, if you become a widow I shall demand of the Pope permission to divorce Adelaide of Poitiers, and I shall marry you. The Infant's Skull Or The End of the World. A Tale of the Millennium As Countess of Poitiers, as Queen of France, and as dowager Queen and Duchess of Burgundy, she visited Mahaut frequently, accompanied her in journeys, and exchanged gifts with her. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) Those educated in Paris have to pass their examination at the Sorbonne, while those educated in the provinces are examined by one of the sixteen faculties of France, at Poitiers, Caen, Toulouse, Bordeaux, etc. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Volume 20. July, 1877. The only approach remaining, as I have said, was that irregular lane which formed the connection between Poitiers and Nouaillé. Poitiers The terrified crowd began to utter increasingly angry cries at the Lion of Poitiers. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres He had still to await the orders of him by whom Poitiers was spiritually overruled, Sourdis, Archbishop of Bordeaux. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages Into Poitiers she was followed almost at once by Geoffrey's elder brother, Henry Plantagenet. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) And these Courts of Love, be it remarked, were frequently held on occasion of the marriage of great personages; as, for instance, of that between Louis VII. and Eleanor of Poitiers in 1137. Euphorion Being Studies of the Antique and the Mediaeval in the Renaissance - Vol. II Edward received his great captive, and that was the end of the Battle of Poitiers. Poitiers Yes—I saw him fall under the sword of the Lion of Poitiers. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres The dark reign of Henry II. and Diana of Poitiers ends the season of toleration. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages Two papal legates came to Poitiers in November, 1100, to hold a council. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) N.N.E. of Poitiers on the Orleans railway between that town and Tours. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 1 "Châtelet" to "Chicago" The town of Poitiers was everything to him. Poitiers Their names are Imnachair, Spatachair, and the "Lion of Poitiers," the renegade Gaul, who, like so many others of his stripe, rallied to the conquering Franks. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres At the spiritual court of Poitiers, Grandier was condemned to do penance, to be banished from Loudun, and disgraced as a priest. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages Scarcely a month after the departure of Alphonse de Poitiers, his father-in-law, Count Raymond of Toulouse, died, leaving as his only heir his daughter's husband. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) Henry II. presented it to his mistress Diane de Poitiers, who on his death was forced to exchange it for Chaumont-sur-Loire by Catherine de’ Medici. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 1 "Châtelet" to "Chicago" He determined, therefore, by an exceptionally rapid progress, to march round his enemy by the east, to get down to Chauvigny, and from that point to turn westward and reach Poitiers. Poitiers The "Lion of Poitiers" earned his name by reason of his carnivorous taste for rapine and flesh dripping blood. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres A shrewd accusation, which turned against him his natural defender, the Bishop of Poitiers, and delivered him over to the fury of the monks. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages The third of the daughters-in-law of Philippe le Bel, the Countess Jeanne de Poitiers, was more fortunate than her sister and Marguerite. Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) His old servant was a model of the virtues, yet did he not miserably perish in that ambuscade upon the road to Poitiers? The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 16 (of 25) The French by occupying Poitiers had left his way to the south free, but the extreme weariness of his force and the possibility that the French might strike suddenly were both present in his mind. Poitiers Count," insolently put in the Lion of Poitiers, "is your wife young and handsome? The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres The nobles, so proudly arrayed in their new armour, fall all the more heavily at Crécy, Poitiers, Agincourt. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages Henry, Duke of, son of Francis, throws himself into Poitiers, ii. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 The long course of mortifications which she had had to endure at the hands of Diane de Poitiers "had effaced in her all distinctions between good and evil." Paris from the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 1 It is this feature which accounts for the almost legendary figures following Crécy and Poitiers. Poitiers "Neroweg, your wife will tell you all about it, after we shall have discovered the belle—we shall put our hands on that treasure as surely as I am the Lion of Poitiers." The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres But on the plains between Tours and Poitiers they met Charles Martel with a strong army, who turned the tide of invasion back upon itself and set the limits of Mohammedan dominion in Europe. History of Human Society In 1360, the disasters of the French, consequent upon the battle of Poitiers, compelled the monarch to surrender the city of La Rochelle to his captors in order to regain his liberty. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 At Poitiers this manufactory was so famous in the eleventh century, that foreign kings, princes, and prelates sought to obtain them, “even for Italy.” Needlework As Art The immediate results of the victory of Poitiers consisted, first, in the immensely increased prestige which it gave to the House of Plantagenet throughout Europe. Poitiers Despite his aversion for Chram the bishop dared not shoot his arrows at him; and he stood in even greater awe of the Lion of Poitiers. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres Subsequently this kingdom was enlarged under the rule of Charles Martel, who turned back the Moslem invasion at Poitiers in 732, and became ruler of Europe north of the Alps. History of Human Society The Second National synod had been held at Poitiers, on the tenth of March, 1561. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 The department exports cattle and sheep to Paris and Poitiers; also cereals, oils, wines, vegetables and its industrial products. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 3 "Destructors" to "Diameter" More pretentious is the tomb of Louis, his grandson, erected by his wife Diane de Poitiers, with a significant inscription which the curious may be pleased to figure out for themselves. The Cathedrals of Northern France The Lion of Poitiers, the renegade Gaul, had some occasional good quality. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres As Henri Quatre said to the lover of Diane de Poitiers, secreted under her bed, as he threw him half a cold bird: 'We all want to live, some honestly, some dishonestly.' Secret Memoirs: The Story of Louise, Crown Princess Pie, the eminent Bishop of Poitiers, ascended the pulpit the Sunday after the battle. Pius IX. And His Time Loudun is a small town in France about midway between the ancient and romantic cities of Tours and Poitiers. Historic Ghosts and Ghost Hunters Alas, my sisters, it was Helen's finger that toppled over Troy, and Diane de Poitiers stammered! The Speaker, No. 5: Volume II, Issue 1 December, 1906. A profound stupor succeeded upon the threat made by the Lion of Poitiers. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres After the astounding victory of Poitiers, the Black Prince, instead of marching upon Paris, went back to Bordeaux. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII Pie of Poitiers declared, the church was deprived of all human stay. Pius IX. And His Time It was only as I departed, the following day, that I assured myself that Poitiers still makes something of the figure she ought on the summit of her considerable hill. A Little Tour of France M. La Tour reminds us, among other associations of Loches, that the Seigneur de Saint Vallier, the father of Diane de Poitiers, whose footsteps we followed at Chenonceaux, was once imprisoned here. In Château Land Left alone on horseback, and looking down upon the prostrate crowd, the Lion of Poitiers braved the increasingly loud clatter of the thunder peals with intrepid front and a sardonic smile upon his lips. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres His voice reached even to distant Gaul, where it encouraged St. Hilary of Poitiers and others, who were striving, even as he was, against heresy. Saint Athanasius The Father of Orthodoxy He had shamed her into doing what was right in the matter of the Bishop of Poitiers. Life of St. Vincent de Paul Poitiers covers a large space, and is as crooked and straggling as you please; but these advantages are not accompanied with any very salient features or any great wealth of architecture. A Little Tour of France After the disaster of Poitiers, Marcel finished the fortifications of Paris and barricaded the streets, and in the assembly there he presided over the bourgeois—the Third Estate. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 07 "My sons, my dear sons!" cried Cautin, who was the only one on foot, as the Lion of Poitiers was the only one on horseback. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres He repeated: "Diane de Poitiers, the mistress of Henry II." Sentimental Education, Volume II The History of a Young Man Catching her royal mistress in an unguarded moment, this lady succeeded in inducing the Queen to promise the bishopric of Poitiers to her son, a young man of very bad character. Life of St. Vincent de Paul ThePoitiers most charming thing at Poitiers is simply the Promenade de Blossac—a small public garden at one end of the flat top of the hill. A Little Tour of France They suffered what, at Agincourt, Crécy, Poitiers, and Verneuil, their descendants were to inflict. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 07 The Lion of Poitiers crimsoned with rage, but realizing the fate that further resistance on his part would draw upon him, he yielded. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres It was an establishment in the neighbourhood of the Rue de Poitiers. Sentimental Education, Volume II The History of a Young Man "Oh," said Her Majesty, not without some embarrassment, "you have brought me the nomination of the Bishop of Poitiers." Life of St. Vincent de Paul This tunnel perforates the hill on which, like Poitiers, Angoul�me rears itself, and which gives it an elevation still greater than that of Poitiers. A Little Tour of France "The kings," according to William of Poitiers, "feared and respected him; dukes, marquises, bishops trembled before him." Belgium From the Roman Invasion to the Present Day "Only brutes of rustics send their guest to the devil when he is the son of their King," put in the Lion of Poitiers with a threatening air. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres "It would be splendid," said Raoul, "but we must make the most of our opportunities," which, as long as the army remained in the neighbourhood of Poitiers, we did. My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France It was, indeed, in response to his telegram from Poitiers that, a few minutes before seven o'clock the next morning, two detectives boarded our train at the Gare Austerlitz. Jonah and Co. Cressy and Poitiers carried the military fame of England throughout the world, and struck terror into her enemies; but at home dwelt turbulence, corruption, rapine, and misery. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 109, November, 1866 The legate consented to have three processions on three successive Saturdays, and on the third Saturday the Comte de Poitiers and his fleet arrived before Damietta. Chips From A German Workshop. Vol. III. Essays on Literature, Biography, and Antiquities Count Neroweg advanced alone on horseback towards his royal guest, who, reining in his mount, said to Neroweg: "Count, on my way from Clermont to Poitiers, I thought I would stop at your burg." The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres By a stroke of good fortune the Queen-Mother had escaped from the city, and was now with the young King at Poitiers. My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France With this for evidence, you may look History in the eyes and swear that you have seen Poitiers in the prime of her full life. Jonah and Co. A company and a half of dragoons occupied the house of a single lady at Poitiers until she was converted to the Roman Catholic faith. The Huguenots in France The King was waiting at Damietta for his brother, the Comte de Poitiers, and his army, and was very uneasy about the delay in his arrival. Chips From A German Workshop. Vol. III. Essays on Literature, Biography, and Antiquities "If your wife is with child," replied the Lion of Poitiers, "who may the father be?" The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres At Poitiers itself we had a magnificent reception. My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France If memories are precious, Poitiers is uncommon rich. Jonah and Co. The Bishop of Poitiers complained that in certain parishes of his diocese there was not now a single Catholic. The Huguenots in France There was, however, little love lost between Henry's queen, Catherine de' Medici, and her royal husband, who had long neglected her for the maturer charms of his mistress, Diane de Poitiers. The Story of Paris "If God, the Father, needed a cook, he would certainly choose you, sensuous bishop," said the Lion of Poitiers; "you would be no disgrace in paradise as the chief of the celestial kitchens." The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres The district round Poitiers had the appearance of a huge camp, and the white scarves of the King mingled with the green ones of the Cardinal. My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France If the road to Bordeaux were as fine as that from Poitiers, and Berry could find his form, we should probably run to time. Jonah and Co. He followed the court through several of the French provinces; he resided for three months at Poitiers. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 3 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History A party, despatched to reconnoitre, brought back intelligence that an army of eight times his force lay between him and Poitiers. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History "And by the faith of the Lion of Poitiers, I promise not to chuckle her under the chin too freely." The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres We are not at all astonished, therefore, that one of the victims of this new persecution, St. Hilary, of Poitiers, expressly repudiated and condemned this regime of violence. The Inquisition A Critical and Historical Study of the Coercive Power of the Church And Poitiers will take the threefold compliment with a grave smile. Jonah and Co. That a series called the History of Diana was produced is but natural, considering the puissance at court of the famous Diane de Poitiers. The Tapestry Book So thought Charles when he quickly summoned an army, and marched toward the plains between Poitiers and Tours, where the Arabs were quartered. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History As to Neroweg himself, a mass of combatants had again thrown themselves between him and the Lion of Poitiers, to whom he called in an enraged voice and struggled to reach. The Poniard's Hilt Or Karadeucq and Ronan. A Tale of Bagauders and Vagres But, hearing that St. Hilary had been restored to his see, Martin went to Poitiers so as to fulfil his solemn promise. Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light Again and again on the way from Poitiers he had shown a marked tendency to choke his engine, and five times he had failed to mesh the gears when changing speed. Jonah and Co. It was at Poitiers in 732 that the final blow was given to show the hordes of North Africa that while a part of Spain might be theirs, they must stop below the Pyrenees. The Tapestry Book Nevertheless his very first victory, the battle of Agincourt, was as brilliant as that of Crécy or Poitiers. An Introduction to the History of Western Europe From Tours to Niort is 170 kilometres, and we stopped not on the way except to admire some particularly entrancing view, to buy gasoline for the automobile, and for lunch at Poitiers. The Automobilist Abroad He began to make his way back to St. Hilary, but when he reached Milan he learned that his friend had been banished from Poitiers, and that an Arian Bishop ruled in his place. Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light Had the incident occurred at Poitiers, I should have been encouraged as well. Jonah and Co. Poitiers is a weary journey from Africa if the land ways are hostile, and all to be traversed afoot. The Tapestry Book The Black Prince wins a second great victory at Poitiers, 1356. An Introduction to the History of Western Europe We left Poitiers in mid-afternoon, gaily enough, but within five kilometres we had stopped dead. The Automobilist Abroad St. Hilary was disappointed, but he let him go, making him promise, however, that he would return to the Diocese of Poitiers, to which he now belonged. Stories of the Saints by Candle-Light After a little he admitted that, ever since we had left Poitiers, any quick movement of his left arm had caused him intense pain. Jonah and Co. On either side the walls are wainscoted in oak similarly emblazoned in gold and silver, with the initials of Diane de Poitiers, and of her admirer, Henri, everywhere interlaced. Royal Palaces and Parks of France The French quite properly attributed the signal disasters of Crécy and Poitiers to the inefficiency of their king and his advisers. An Introduction to the History of Western Europe There are five magnificent churches at Poitiers, dating from Roman and mediæval times, but we saw not one of them as we passed through the town. The Automobilist Abroad As soon as the storm had somewhat abated, he sought a new field of labor in Poitiers, where was a university, and where already the new opinions had found favor. The Great Controversy Between Christ and Satan An hour with Poitiers is like a sip of old wine. Jonah and Co. She was more than a rival, as it afterwards proved, of that arch-huntress, Diane de Poitiers. Royal Palaces and Parks of France He destroyed some troublesome remnants of feudal courts, and created royal courts; in one year, that of Poitiers alone, punished for exactions and violence against the people, more than two hundred nobles. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 In her house in the Rue de Poitiers the Duchess still acts as though representing Paris among the Kurds. The Immortal Or, One Of The "Forty." (L'immortel) - 1877 They came from Maine and Anjou, from Poitiers and Brittany, from France and Flanders, from Aquitaine and Burgundy, from the Alps and the banks of the Rhine. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 108, October, 1866 Poitiers has beaten her swords into crosiers and her spears into tuning-forks. Jonah and Co. Crossing the Pyrenees, they attempted to possess Gaul, but were forced to retreat from central Gaul by Charles Martel at the battle at Tours and Poitiers in 732. A Source Book for Ancient Church History From the great battles of Poitiers and Cressy we learn that when the French were the most swollen with pride they fell beneath our swords. Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 10 The Guide A few minutes later the landau turned into the Rue de Poitiers, a short street, already in shadow, and stopped in front of the high iron gates bearing the Padovani shield. The Immortal Or, One Of The "Forty." (L'immortel) - 1877 Had those words been said at Marengo or Poitiers or Persepolis, they might today be learned by school children. Tutors' Lane Near the town of Poitiers he believed that the French king lay somewhere in readiness to give battle; but the English could not find out where he was. Stories from English History Another large body of Turks made an attack on the Count de Poitiers and me; but be assured they were very well received, and served in like manner. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to Prose, Vol. VII (of X)—Continental Europe I It was in resisting this allied attack that the French King was beaten and taken prisoner at Poitiers. The Story of Rouen So he marches against the Visigoths, meets them and their Alaric at Poitiers, ends their Alaric and their Arianism, and carries his faithful Franks to the Pic du Midi. Our Fathers Have Told Us Part I. The Bible of Amiens Tallien's notions were the methods of Diana of Poitiers, who, history tells us, was fresh and lovely at sixty-five! The Woman Beautiful or, The Art of Beauty Culture One day, quite unexpectedly, the English came in view of the French army, encamped near the town of Poitiers. Stories from English History In the house of his patron, he dared look up to that nobleman's daughter, Diane de Poitiers. Under the Rose After Charles Martel had driven out the Saracens from Tours and Poitiers, it absorbed Gaul also in its rule, but Charlemagne was never other than a Teutonic ruler over Franks. The Story of Rouen It need scarcely be said that the Crescent referred to Diana of Poitiers. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 But it was not until the last of the IV century that he founded, near Poitiers, the first great monastery in France. Cathedrals and Cloisters of the South of France, Volume 1 Following the tactics which had been successful at Cressy and Poitiers, Chandos quietly awaited the impetuous attack of the Franco-Breton army, which was unable to shake their antagonists, who returned the charge. Brittany & Its Byways Since Diane de Poitiers had wedded her ancient lord, the poet had become grave, studious, almost sad. Under the Rose The son of this heiress was the 'heroical' Lord Audley who so greatly distinguished himself at the Battle of Poitiers. Devon, Its Moorlands, Streams and Coasts Cardinal Tournon and Diana of Poitiers, he tells us, shared in the opprobrium of being the instigators of these atrocities. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 So Clement lived at Bordeaux and at Poitiers, and finally retired to the County of Venaissin which the Holy See possessed by right, and established the pontifical court at Avignon. Cathedrals and Cloisters of the South of France, Volume 1 This Edward le Despenser took part in the battle of Poitiers, and was one of the first Knights of the Garter. Bell's Cathedrals: The Abbey Church of Tewkesbury with some Account of the Priory Church of Deerhurst Gloucestershire A famous monogram is the interlaced "H.D." of Henry II and Diane de Poitiers. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Melville at Poitiers, 18. at Geneva, 21. returns to Scotland, 22. declines Morton's patronage, 23. is offered the Principalships of Glasgow and St. Andrews, 24. Andrew Melville Famous Scots Series Hereupon Diana of Poitiers, an interested opponent, whose coffers were being filled with the goods of condemned heretics, undertook to silence him with the tongue of a witty woman. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 But no enemy, no law, no eternity can take away from me, or move further off, my affinity in blood to the conqueror in the field of Crecy, of Poitiers, and Najera. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection His father, passing by Poitiers, recommended him to read aloud, and to render his memory more prompt by continued exercise. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 The "first warbler," Count William IX. of Poitiers, has already been mentioned, and his date fixed at exactly the first year of our period. The Flourishing of Romance and the Rise of Allegory (Periods of European Literature, vol. II) From Paris Melville went to Poitiers, where he studied jurisprudence and was also employed as tutor in the college of St. Marceon. Andrew Melville Famous Scots Series Her husband's infatuation respecting Diana of Poitiers embittered her life when dauphiness, and compelled her as queen to tolerate the presence of the king's mistress, and pay her an insincere respect. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 But in the collision the English grew equally corporate; and a true patriotic applause probably hailed the victories of Crecy and Poitiers, as it certainly hailed the later victory of Agincourt. A Short History of England The hall of the School of Equity at Poitiers, where the institutes were read, was called La Ministerie. Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 1 Henry had won the Church by his orthodoxy, the nobles by his warlike prowess, the whole people by his revival of the glories of Cr�cy and Poitiers. History of the English People, Volume III The Parliament, 1399-1461; The Monarchy 1461-1540 On the siege being raised, Melville left Poitiers for Geneva, footing it all the way in the company of a few fellow-students. Andrew Melville Famous Scots Series If it had encountered unexpected rebuffs on the fields of Crécy, Poitiers and Agincourt, the chivalry of France had been too successful in other engagements to lose courage and enthusiasm. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 There is also glass of much the same sort at Poitiers, Bourges, and Rheims. The Story of Glass It is unfortunate, also, that the earliest writer mentioning her, Fortunatus, Bishop of Poitiers, speaks of her as having died in Sicily between the years 176 and 180. Woman's Work in Music A short lay-over was also made at Poitiers at 11 p. m. The Delta of the Triple Elevens The History of Battery D, 311th Field Artillery US Army, American Expeditionary Forces During the third year of Melville's residence in Poitiers the academic quiet of the town was broken by the clash of arms. Andrew Melville Famous Scots Series They had been recited again and again by more eloquent tongues than that of the poet of Poitiers. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 These censures were taken off when she and the king had sworn upon the gospels, in the council of Poitiers, never to live together again. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March No poet was ever more intensely English in his character and sympathies than Chaucer, and he wrote when the dazzling glories of Crécy and Poitiers were still very recent. Historical and Political Essays Reliquaries containing parts of the Red Cross upon which the Savior was crucified, including the reliquaries in Poitiers and Limoges, are double traverse in form. The Delta of the Triple Elevens The History of Battery D, 311th Field Artillery US Army, American Expeditionary Forces Civil war had broken out afresh in France, and Poitiers, which was a Catholic town, held by the Duke of Guise, was invested by a Protestant army under Coligny. Andrew Melville Famous Scots Series The battle here described was fought in the neighbourhood of Poitiers. Procopius History of the Wars, Books V. and VI. He sent Meroveus, his son by his first wife, to reduce the country about Poitiers, which belonged to the young prince Childebert. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March In better times, upon his annual visits to a noble chateau, and large estates which he once possessed in this part of Normandy, he was accustomed to stop at the Hôtel de Poitiers. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. He was high in favour with the Dauphin, who succeeded to the throne as Henri II., and his mistress, Diane de Poitiers, whom he made Duchess of Valentinois. Orrain A Romance Then she entreated him to give her permission that she might go safely to Poitiers, and have audience of the Duke de Berry. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre They bore to the south to avoid that city and Poitiers and, on the eighth day after leaving Paris, they reached the chateau of Laville, having travelled upwards of two hundred miles. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS His sister Gondrada he confined in the monastery of the Holy Cross, at Poitiers; and left only his other sister Theodrada, who was a nun, at liberty in her convent at Soissons. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March So we made our bows to Madame F——, and proceeded with our wheelbarrow to the Hôtel de Poitiers—a rival house. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. Mademoiselle, or rather her lands, have attracted the attention of Diane de Poitiers and her brood of swallows. Orrain A Romance Such good speed did the lady of Plainmartin make, that she soon arrived in Poitiers; where she found the Duke de Berry. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre It will be easy to send from La Rochelle to Poitiers, and unless the place is besieged, as it is likely to be before long, you will soon hear from us. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS She protected men of letters,—a rare production in that day,—and in return we find one of them, Fortunatus, bishop of Poitiers, dedicating poems to her. Historical Tales, Vol. 6 (of 15) The Romance of Reality. French. The English armies fighting at Falkirk and Bannockburn and Halidon were straightway—they or their successors—in France fighting at Crécy and Poitiers and Agincourt. Standard Selections A Collection and Adaptation of Superior Productions From Best Authors For Use in Class Room and on the Platform The more I reflected on what had happened, and on Camus' threat in connection with Diane de Poitiers, the more I began to see a crop of dangers ahead of me. Orrain A Romance The university of Poitiers formerly held a very high rank, and was frequented by scholars from every part of the world. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre But you must be watchful, Francois, now that a portion of Anjou's army is lying at Poitiers. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS However this be, the king determined to go to Poitiers and have this seeming messenger from Heaven questioned strictly as to her mission, by learned theologians of the University of Paris there present. Historical Tales, Vol. 6 (of 15) The Romance of Reality. French. The Poitevin MS. at Poitiers, a biographical compilation of saints in honour of St. Radegonde, though nothing wonderful, is worth recording as a transitional example just before the close of the century. Illuminated Manuscripts In a short time we entered the forest of Fontevrault, and my spirits rose high at the thought that in a brief space I would be in Poitiers, where Montluc lay, and my mission accomplished. Orrain A Romance The first library named in French history is that of William the Ninth, Count of Poitiers and Duke of Aquitaine, which was preserved in his palace at Poitiers. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre It is out of the question for us to think of returning to Poitiers. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS In the name of God," replied Joan, "I am not come to Poitiers to show signs. Historical Tales, Vol. 6 (of 15) The Romance of Reality. French. Six years after the Spanish fight they won from the French again at Poitiers. Flag and Fleet How the British Navy Won the Freedom of the Seas We were, however, near Poitiers by this, and could see the spires of the churches and the black mass of the city. Orrain A Romance It contains the tomb of its founder, Guillaume Guy Geoffroy, Count of Poitiers and Aquitaine; who, having led a very irregular life, thought to atone for all, by erecting a magnificent monastery for Cluniac monks. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre We thought to surprise De Laville's chateau, without having to strike a blow; and that we were going to return to Poitiers with at least a thousand head of cattle. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS Charles Martel, who led the West against the East, defeating the Arabs in the country between what is now Tours and Poitiers, was Charlemagne’s grandfather. Germany and the Germans From an American Point of View An article in the Bibliophile Français contains a curious argument in favour of Diane de Poitiers, as being one of a band of devoted Frenchwomen who saved their country from foreign ideas. The Great Book-Collectors The storm of last night had passed, and Poitiers lay before me, all wet and glistening in warm sunlight. Orrain A Romance The park of Blossac is the most attractive promenade of Poitiers: it is beautifully laid out, and well kept. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre By this time the royal army of the Prince d'Anjou, having united with that raised by the Guises, had advanced to Poitiers. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS As you go along the Poitiers road to the bridge it stands up on your right, just before the river. Avril Being Essays on the Poetry of the French Renaissance The celebrated Diana of Poitiers caused this mausoleum to be raised to his memory. Rouen, It's History and Monuments A Guide to Strangers I consulted Sarlaboux, who, to his disgust, had been left behind in Poitiers. Orrain A Romance The King had posted his troops in the towns of Limousin and Perigord, with orders to his captains to endeavour to take Poitiers by surprise. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre I suppose, Francois," Philip said to him as they stood at the lookout, next morning, "there is not much doubt which way they would cross the hills, coming from Poitiers. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS But so thought not the Black Prince, who refused it absolutely, and the cardinal returned in despair to Poitiers. Historical Tales, Vol. 4 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Diana of Poitiers in the dress of a widow, with her arms crossed, is kneeling at the head. Rouen, It's History and Monuments A Guide to Strangers I did not take the direct road by Châtellerault, but turned half westward, intending to enter Touraine by way of Chinon, and then to follow the route by which I had come to Poitiers. Orrain A Romance It occurred in favour of Gauthier de Bruges, bishop of Poitiers—a very virtuous and learned man, who had from a simple cordelier been placed on the episcopal throne by Pope Nicholas III. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre The Swiss troops were to be divided between Paris, Orleans, and Poitiers. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS From the boudoir of Diane de Poitiers, the faithless muse of the poet passed to that of Marguerite de Valois, a dangerous favor that Marot paid for by imprisonment. Bohemians of the Latin Quarter From the sunny land of Aquitaine, the firmest conquest of Roman civilization in Atlantic Europe, came Hilary of Poitiers, the noblest representative of Western literature in the Nicene age. The Arian Controversy And I glanced at the group around Diane de Poitiers. Orrain A Romance The church of Montierneuf is one of the most ancient in Poitiers. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Unfortunately their opinion prevailed, and they marched against Poitiers, of which the Count de Lude was the governor. Saint Bartholomew's Eve A Tale of the Huguenot WarS There is a legend that in 732 a tapestry establishment existed in the district between Tours and Poitiers. Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages A Description of Mediaeval Workmanship in Several of the Departments of Applied Art, Together with Some Account of Special Artisans in the Early Renaissance The bishops of Rome, Cordova, Trier, Poitiers, Toulouse, Calaris, Milan, and Vercellæ were in exile, but Gaul was now partly shielded from persecution by the varying fortunes of Julian's Alemannic war. The Arian Controversy We left Poitiers by the Porte de Rochereuil, as I had no mind to be shut within the angle between the Clain and the Vienne, whence escape would be a difficult matter if trouble arose. Orrain A Romance No doubt Poitiers was a place of the greatest importance under their sway, as these extensive ruins indicate. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Noble furniture from the lathes of Poitiers, decorated with the royal ermines of Brittany, stood about the many alcoves. The Black Douglas At Poitiers there was quite a flourishing factory as early as 1025. Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages A Description of Mediaeval Workmanship in Several of the Departments of Applied Art, Together with Some Account of Special Artisans in the Early Renaissance With them, however, came Hilary of Poitiers, who, though still an exile, had been summoned with the rest. The Arian Controversy I made a mental note of this, and years after I was to use this knowledge to some purpose when I stood by Coligny's side before Poitiers. Orrain A Romance One of the most remarkable houses in Poitiers, of which not many ancient remain, is one now used as a school by the Christian Brothers. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre See, for instance, several of the enamels in the Louvre, notably one which depicts Henry II. of France with Diana of Poitiers riding behind him. The Tales Of The Heptameron, Vol. IV. (of V.) At the ninth century tapestry manufactory in Poitiers, an amusing correspondence took place between the Count of Poitou and an Italian bishop, in 1025. Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages A Description of Mediaeval Workmanship in Several of the Departments of Applied Art, Together with Some Account of Special Artisans in the Early Renaissance Some fragments of the sculptured work adorning it, remarkable for their elegance of design and delicacy of workmanship, are in the Poitiers Museum. The Tales Of The Heptameron, Vol. II. (of V.) I did not expect you yet, madame," began De Mouchy; but Diane de Poitiers broke in upon his speech: "It does not matter; let us to business. Orrain A Romance As we knew that this part of the world was her head-quarters, we resolved to visit her at her own castle of Lusignan, which would be in our way when we left Poitiers. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Here all was changed: there was a new King, and Diana of Poitiers occupied the position of the Duchess of Etampes. The Tales Of The Heptameron, Vol. I. (of V.) "It is about ten miles this side of Poitiers that your mother lives, is it not, Margot?" The Cornet of Horse A Tale of Marlborough's Wars Reaching Poitiers with a force of ten thousand men, he found himself nearly surrounded by a French army of sixty thousand. The Leading Facts of English History With this mocking allusion to the Louvre and to Diane de Poitiers' influence there, he followed on the heels of Vendôme, leaving me with the ring in my hand. Orrain A Romance We were not sorry that nothing more was likely to arrive at Poitiers for us, as we were to pay so much for the delivery. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre The French were again totally routed at Poitiers, and the king himself, with his third son, Philip, were made prisoners and carried to London with most of the chief nobles. History of France Six days later, the travellers rode into Poitiers. The Cornet of Horse A Tale of Marlborough's Wars The beginning of the Hundred Years' War, with the victories of Cre'cy and Poitiers, the Peace of Bre'tigny, and their social and political results in England. The Leading Facts of English History The three pillars, which give its name to the street, mark the boundary between the jurisdiction of the Chapter of St. Hilaire and the town of Poitiers. Orrain A Romance He returned our note with a mortified air, saying, "Very well; as you please; but there are people in Poitiers who would not give two sous for your bit of paper." Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Edward reached the fields north of Poitiers to find his line of retreat cut off and a French army of sixty thousand men interposed between his forces and Bordeaux. History of the English People, Volume II The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400 And now, monsieur le marquis, I must say what I have never said before, because until I travelled with her down to Poitiers I did not know what my own feelings really were. The Cornet of Horse A Tale of Marlborough's Wars The victory of Poitiers was followed by another truce; then war began again. The Leading Facts of English History "They have been worn by a line of queens, sire," said Catherine as she placed the box in Henri's hands; "they ought well to become Madame Diane de Poitiers, and cure her megrims." Orrain A Romance The church of St. Hilaire—a great saint in Poitiers—has been so much altered as to leave little very interesting of its original construction. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Its routed soldiery turned into free companies of bandits, while the lords captured at Cr�cy or Poitiers procured the sums needed for their ransom by extortion from the peasantry. History of the English People, Volume II The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400 Barbier was King's-Advocate in the House of Parliament, and had also been one of the judges at Joan of Arc's examination at Poitiers: he was aged fifty. Joan of Arc Edward at once started in pursuit, only to find that the French had retired before him to Poitiers, eighteen miles due west of Chauvigny. The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377) Beyond this space was a dais, surmounted by a canopy of pale blue silk, spangled with the silver crescents of Diane de Poitiers. Orrain A Romance Much of old Poitiers has been destroyed; and new Poitiers is by no means beautiful. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre She went, therefore, to reside in the neighbourhood of Blois, in' the old castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire, which had in former times been inhabited by the Cardinal d'Amboise, Diana of Poitiers, and Catherine de Medicis. Ten Years' Exile Memoirs of That Interesting Period of the Life of the Baroness De Stael-Holstein, Written by Herself, during the Years 1810, 1811, 1812, and 1813, and Now First Published from the Original Manuscript, by Her Son. She was then asked respecting her examination before the clergy at Poitiers. Joan of Arc Then he boldly dashed into the heart of Poitou, marching by Lusignan to Poitiers. The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377) "But what can be the cause of Diane de Poitiers' enmity of mademoiselle?" Orrain A Romance Poitiers belongs to so many ages—Gaul, Roman, Visigoth, Frank, English—that it holds a place in every great event which has occurred in France during the last nineteen centuries. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre And the footprint in the church of Radegonde at Poitiers was more likely pagan than Christian, for Poitiers had a Roman origin, and numerous Roman remains have been found in the town and neighbourhood. Roman Mosaics Or, Studies in Rome and Its Neighbourhood She had made that answer to the doctors and clergy at Poitiers, and it had entirely satisfied those men. Joan of Arc It was another Poitiers on a small scale. The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377) |
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