Jacques Coeur: The French Argonaut And His Times is a historical biography written by Louisa Stuart Costello and first published in 1847. The book tells the story of Jacques Coeur, a wealthy merchant and financier who lived in France during the 15th century. Coeur was born into a family of modest means, but he rose to prominence through his business acumen and his close relationship with King Charles VII of France. Coeur became one of the most powerful...