The General Biographical Dictionary, Vol. 29 (Classic Reprint): Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most ... the Earliests Accounts to the Present Time - Softcover
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This book provides a comprehensive examination of the life and contributions of the statesman and general, Jean-Baptiste Colbert. It places his work within the context of French history from the 17th century and beyond, exploring his role in shaping the nation's political and economic landscape. The author delves into Colbert's fiscal and commercial reforms, his patronage of the arts, and his efforts to centralize power under King Louis XIV. Through a thematic analysis, the book reveals Colbert's complex legacy, including his mercantilist policies, his support for religious tolerance, and his controversial role in the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. The book offers valuable insights into Colbert's impact on French society, making it an essential read for those interested in early modern European history and the development of state power.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the life and contributions of the statesman and general, Jean-Baptiste Colbert. It places his work within the context of French history from the 17th century and beyond, exploring his role in shaping the nation's political and economic landscape. The author delves into Colbert's fiscal and commercial reforms, his patronage of the arts, and his efforts to centralize power under King Louis XIV. Through a thematic analysis, the book reveals Colbert's complex legacy, including his mercantilist policies, his support for religious tolerance, and his controversial role in the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. The book offers valuable insights into Colbert's impact on French society, making it an essential read for those interested in early modern European history and the development of state power. 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 # 9781333028138_0
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