9780243978090 - Le Connétable De Bourbon, Vol 1 Classic Reprint by Alphonse Royer (4 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. This book explores the fascinating and tragic story of Charles de Bourbon, the Constable of France, who became disillusioned with his cousin, King Francis I, over royal favoritism and corruption, leading to his infamous alliance with Emperor Charles V that threatened the very foundation of the French monarchy. Chronicling the political and personal feuds that plagued the French court, this book weaves a complex historical narrative that sheds light on the forces that shaped the power dynamics of 16th-century Europe. It examines the nuances of loyalty and betrayal, the struggle for individual ambition against national duty, and the far-reaching consequences of decisions made in the corridors of power. The author's unique insights into the personalities of Bourbon and his contemporaries bring to life the motivations that drove their actions and shaped the course of history. Ultimately, this book provides a valuable contribution to our understanding of this pivotal period in French history, exploring the themes of power, ambition, and the human cost of political upheaval. 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.

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 352 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.