The fully revised second edition takes account of historical work produced during the last decade. It covers the period between Louis XIV's death in 1715 and the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789 involving political, social & economic issues
Originally published in 1968, this authoritative study analyses the Parlement as a law court and examines its political role and significance. From its beginning in the mid-13th... Læs mere
Originally published in 1969, this volume provides a lucid analysis of French government and society over two centuries, from the late medieval period to the beginning of Louis XIV’s personal rule.
Looks at the king and his beliefs, domestic problems, and foreign policy.
Shennan examines the changing criteria upon which European relations were based between 1688 and 1763. Through concise analysis of a complex set of issues he discusses concepts that are still relevant in the modern world.
The fully revised second edition takes account of historical work produced during the last decade. It covers the period between Louis XIV's death in 1715 and the outbreak of the French Revolution in 1789 involving political, social & economic issues
Shennan examines the changing criteria upon which European relations were based between 1688 & 1763. Through concise analysis of a complex set of issues he treats concepts that are still highly relevant in the modern world.
Originally published in 1969, this volume provides a lucid analysis of French government and society over two centuries, from the late medieval period to the beginning of Louis XIV’s personal rule.
Originally published in 1968, this authoritative study analyses the Parlement as a law court and examines its political role and significance. From its beginning in the mid-13th... Læs mere