Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1331077133 ISBN 13 : 9781331077138
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and legacy of one of Franceââ â¢s most significant military figures: The Great Condà. The author paints a vivid picture of Condàââ â¢s life, from his childhood in the tumultuous era of the French Wars of Religion to his rise as a brilliant military leader during the Thirty Yearsââ ⢠War. The book examines Condàââ â¢s complex relationship with his powerful contemporaries, including King Henry IV, Cardinal Richelieu and the enigmatic King Louis XIII, through a lens of political intrigue, courtly scandal and religious conflict. The author explores the changing nature of power and authority within the French monarchy during a period of significant social and political upheaval. This detailed analysis reveals the delicate balance between ambition, faith and the demands of the state. The book also delves into the clash between personal passions and the constraints of political ambition, as seen in Condà's tumultuous relationships with his first wife and the King's scandalous obsession with her. Ultimately, the book provides a fascinating portrait of a man who navigated a turbulent period of European history, leaving behind a legacy of both military prowess and political acumen. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1331077133 ISBN 13 : 9781331077138
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 1331077133 ISBN 13 : 9781331077138
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.