Book: The French Wars 1667-1714: The Sun King At War( Series - Essential Histories ) Campaigns fought by Louis XIV, the Sun King, shaped the borders of European states, the destinies of royal dynasties, and even the patterns of absolutist government. This book presents the most authoritative yet accessible and succinct account of these all-important struggles available today, covering every aspect of the wars from decisions made by the king at his palace at Versailles to the life of the troops encamped in the field. Focusing on the French army, the greatest military force of the age, this tale of violence, victory, and victims balances siege and battle in a way that tells us much that is new about the Sun King and his adversaries.
Details of Book: The French Wars 1667-1714: The Sun King At War( Series - Essential Histories ) Book: The French Wars 1667-1714: The Sun King At War( Series - Essential Histories )
Author: Lynn John A. Ii
ISBN: 1841763616
ISBN-13: 9781841763613
, 978-1841763613
Binding: Paperback
Publishing Date: 2002/10/01
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Number of Pages: 95
Language: English