This historical study of the Capuchin Pere Joseph Francois Le Clerc du Tremblay, also known as Friar Joseph, offers a new insight into the life and legacy of one of France's most influential religious and political figures. O'Connor's engaging and thoughtful narrative delves into the complexities of the era in which Friar Joseph lived, and the ways in which his actions shaped both the church and the state. 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 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. 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.