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Discours Funèbre is a commemorative oration delivered in honor of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre. Composed by Antoine de Nervèze, likely around 1610, this work serves as a significant historical document reflecting the sentiments and perspectives of the era following the king's assassination. The text offers insights into the reign of Henry IV, his legacy, and the profound impact his death had on the French monarchy and its people. Nervèze's eulogy captures the essence of Henry IV's image as a â€~très-clément, invincible & triomphant' ruler, celebrating his achievements and mourning his untimely demise. As a primary source from the early 17th century, "Discours Funèbre" provides valuable context for understanding the political and cultural landscape of France during a period of transition and uncertainty. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.