Description
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 and Mazarin undoubtedly made the confident, ambitious reign of the late century possible.
An attention grabbing, controversial study of the power of legendary Cardinals Richelieu and Mazarin and the success of the French Monarchy between 1598 - 1661. This book turns the idea of royal 'absolutism' on its head by redefining, and not trying to deny, the French monarchy's success from 1598 - 1661.
About the Author
Alan James is a member of the Laughton Naval Unit of the War Studies Department, King's College London, where he teaches history. He is the author of The Navy and Government in Early Modern France, 1572-1661(2004) for which he won the prize of 'Best Young Academic Author of the Year' at King's College.
Reviews
On Alan James, 'He writes capably, is scholarly in approach and backs up his arguments with judiciously chosen documents.'
Richard Wilkinson, History Review
Book Information
ISBN 9780582369009
Author Alan James
Format Paperback
Page Count 168
Imprint Longman
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 268g
Dimensions(mm) 153mm * 236mm * 9mm
