Isbn: 9781334286469 - a history of france, vol. 2 of 3: with three maps (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the riveting life and reign of Francis I, the vibrant embodiment of the French Renaissance. As he ascended to the throne at the threshold of a new era, Francis found himself in a maelstrom of change and conflict. This book cleverly analyzes the complex evolution of the French Renaissance under his rule, tracing how he both harnessed and fell victim to its fervor. The author astutely explores Francis's patronage of the arts, his complex rivalry with Charles V, and his fateful decision to ally with the Ottoman Empire. The book not only tells the story of a king but, more importantly, provides a window into the very heart of the French Renaissance. It captures the era's intoxicating blend of artistic splendor, religious upheaval, and the birth of modern politics. Francis I emerges as both a product and a shaper of his time, embodying the boundless creativity and the inherent contradictions of this transformative period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…