This concise and up-to-date assessment of Richelieu's career provides an enthralling introduction to the character and exercise of his power. Richelieu governed France for 18 years until his death and until the mid-20th century was viewed by Anglo-Saxon historians as cold, clever and ruthless. Recent interpretations have been more favourable and in this incisive study R. J. Knecht uses recent research to reassess Richelieu's career and achievements.
| ISBN: | 9781317874546 |
| Publication date: | 9th January 2014 |
| Author: | Knecht, R J |
| Publisher: | Taylor and Francis |
| Format: | Ebook (Epub) |