Catherine of Calais is a historical novel written by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture and first published in 1907. The book tells the story of Catherine de Valois, the daughter of King Charles VI of France, who was forced to marry King Henry V of England as part of a peace treaty. The novel begins with Catherine's childhood in France and follows her journey to England, where she becomes Queen and faces the challenges of being a foreigner in a foreign land. The story explores Catherine's relationships with her husband, her stepson, and her own son, who would later become King Henry VI of England.Throughout the book, Mrs. Henry De La Pasture weaves together historical facts with fictional elements to create a compelling narrative that captures the spirit of the times. The story is full of political intrigue, courtly love, and personal struggles, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in medieval history or royal biographies.Overall, Catherine of Calais is a beautifully written novel that brings to life the story of a remarkable woman who defied the odds to become one of the most influential queens in English history.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.