The Torments Of Protestant Slaves In The French King's Galleys And In The Dungeons Of Marseilles 1686-1707 AD

""The Torments of Protestant Slaves in the French King's Galleys and in the Dungeons of Marseilles 1686-1707 AD"" is a historical account written by Edward Arber. The book details the experiences of Protestant slaves who were forced to work in the French King's galleys or imprisoned in the dungeons of Marseilles during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.Arber's research draws from primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official documents to provide a vivid and harrowing portrayal of the conditions endured by these prisoners. He describes the brutal treatment they received at the hands of their captors, including physical abuse, malnutrition, and disease.The book also explores the political and religious motivations behind the persecution of Protestant slaves in France during this time period. Arber sheds light on the historical context of the Huguenot diaspora, the Edict of Nantes, and the revocation of that edict by Louis XIV.Overall, ""The Torments of Protestant Slaves in the French King's Galleys and in the Dungeons of Marseilles 1686-1707 AD"" is a powerful and informative work that sheds light on a little-known aspect of European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious persecution, human rights, and the struggle for freedom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.