Histoire de Genève, Vol. 2: Depuis Son Origine Jusqu'a Nos Jours, Suivie de la Vie Des Hommes Illustres, Qui y Ont Pris Naissance Ou s'y Sont Rendus Célèbres (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Il. Suites de l'escalade. Traité de Saint - Julien. Af faire de Corsinge. L'auditeur Sarrazin. Pre miers symptômes de troubles politiques (de 1602 à 1667)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively chronicles the evolution of religious and political confrontation, diplomacy, and violence in Geneva during a transformative period of the 16th century. The author places this narrative within the broader historical context of the Reformation and Europe's complex political landscape, capturing the spirit of a proud city that defied powerful external forces to preserve its autonomy and religious identity. Through a rich tapestry of events and insightful analysis, the book traces the rise of Protestantism in Geneva, the resulting conflict with the Catholic Church, and the formation of alliances with Swiss cities to secure the city's independence. The author delves into the challenges of governance during wartime, the consequences of diplomatic failures, and the lives of key figures like Besançon Hugues, a prominent citizen who played a pivotal role in shaping Geneva's destiny. Ultimately, this book highlights the remarkable resilience of a city that, despite internal divisions and relentless external pressures, emerged as a beacon of religious freedom and a symbol of resistance against tyranny. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780243867486_0
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