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After their marriage the newly-weds, accompanied by Chabannes, travel to Montpensier's castle. On the way Chabannes confesses to Marie his revulsion at the brutality of the religious wars and his remorse over his former part in them, for in the heat of battle, he had killed a pregnant woman.
Antoine de Chabannes (1408–1488), from 1439 Count of Dammartin (with a gap in 1463–1465), was a significant military and political figure of 15th-century France. An indefatigable fighter, during his long career he joined or led numerous military campaigns all over France and beyond.
Nov 5, 2019 · After his marriage, Montpensier is called back to fight and agrees to leave Marie in Champigny, a distant castle, in the care of Chabannes, who will instruct her in preparation for a life at...
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As he has to go off to the wars, he leaves her at his castle in the care of the Count of Chabanes, his oldest and most trusted friend, who is to be her tutor. Chabanes soon falls in love with the girl and, being intrinsically honest, admits it to her.
Apr 15, 2011 · Sickened by the excesses of both religions, Chabannes has chosen neutrality, which leaves him in need of diversion. You can see where this is going. Long on temptation and larded with violence,...
Jul 30, 2011 · An interesting counterpoint is provided by the story of Chabannes, whose experiences in the wars of religion bookend the main action. He also plays a large role in tutoring Marie while her husband is shuttling around the battlefields of France, during which he develops more than a teacher’s interest in the intelligent and sensitive young woman.
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Philippe takes care to protect his delicate wife by sending her to live in the relative safety of a remote castle in Champigny under the tutelage of his former mentor the Compte de Chabannes (Lambert Wilson). Chabannes is indebted to Philippe for saving his life from a couple of outlaws.
