9780243910991 - Lettres Intimes De J M Alberoni Adressées Au Comte I Rocca, Ministre Des Finances Du Duc De Parme Et Publiées D'après Le Manuscrit Du Collège De S Lazaro Alberoni C... (3 results)

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. In this book, the author reveals the intriguing political life of Cardinal Alberoni, who orchestrated Spainâs foreign policy during the early 18th century, and the significant role he played in European history. The author draws from Alberoniâs personal letters to trace his remarkable journey from his humble beginnings as a gardenerâs son in rural Italy to becoming a prominent figure in the court of Philip V of Spain. More than just a biography, this book is a window into the politics and diplomacy of the time. It sheds light on the complex web of alliances and rivalries that shaped Europe during the War of the Spanish Succession, offering valuable insights into the strategies and motivations of the key players involved. 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.