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Historical novel

The Forty-Five Guardsmen

1 min read·fr. Les Quarante-Cinq · 1847

Brief Overview

The novel «The Forty-Five Guardsmen» by Alexandre Dumas is a continuation of the book «The Lady of Monsoreau» and the third part of the trilogy about Henry of Navarre. The action takes place in France at the end of the 16th century, during the religious wars between Catholics and Huguenots. The main characters are forty-five Gascons, loyal to King Henry III, who protect him from numerous enemies. At the heart of the plot are court intrigues, power struggles, love, and betrayal. The novel is rich with historical events and colorful characters, such as the Duke of Anjou, Diane de Méridor, and others.

The Forty-Five Guardsmen
Date of publication: 30 August 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
———Original title: fr. Les Quarante-Cinq · 1847
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