Isbn: 9781527603073 - chronique des règnes de jean ii et de charles v, vol. 3 (classic reprint): publiée pour la société de l'histoire de france; continuation et appendice: ... continuation et appendice (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the reigns of two French kings from 1350 to 1384, offering a vivid glimpse into the fascinating era of the Hundred Years' War and the Black Death. Written during the time of the events it describes, the book is a unique and invaluable resource for historians and anyone interested in medieval history. The reigns of John II and his son Charles V were pivotal in shaping the destiny of France. The Hundred Years' War raged on, with major battles like Poitiers and Crà cy, while the Black Death decimated the population. Through it all, the author provides a detailed account of political maneuverings, military campaigns, and the social and economic conditions of the time. Beyond its historical value, the book is also a fascinating study of a father and son's relationship. John II, a warrior king, was captured at Poitiers and held for ransom in England. His son Charles V, a brilliant strategist, assumed the regency and proved to be a capable and forward-thinking ruler. The book offers an intimate look at their contrasting personalities and their impact on French history. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the tumultuous period of the Hundred Years' War and the Black Death. It is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit in the face of adversity. 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.…