The Origins of French Absolutism, 1598-1661

by Alan James

Book Overview

This controversial study takes the provocative line that the French monarchy was a complete success. James turns the idea of royal 'absolutism' on its head by redefining the French monarchy's success from 1598 - 1661.

The Origins of French Absolutism, 1598-1661 maintains that building blocks were not being laid by the so-called architects of absolutism, but that by satisfying long-established, traditional ambitions, cardinal ministers Richelieu...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0582369002
• ISBN13: 9780582369009
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.3" x 9.2"