Des Niau

Des Niau is an author known for his detailed account in "The History of the Devils of Loudun, Volumes I-III," which explores the infamous case of alleged possession among the Ursuline nuns and the subsequent trial of Urbain Grandier. This work is notable for its eyewitness perspective, providing insights into the historical and social context of the events in 17th-century France. Niau's writing contributes to the understanding of religious hysteria and the intersection of faith and law during a tumultuous period in French history.