Louis XIV

This book provides a concise study of the defining aspects of the reign of Louis XIV. The nature of French monarchy, methods of government, Louis's relationship to his subjects and to the churches, the organisation of cultural life, and France's relations

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LOUIS

XIV

David J. Sturdy Senior Lecturer in History University of Ulster

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© David]. Sturdy 1998 Softcover reprint of the hardcover 1st edition 1998 978-0-333-60513-4

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