The French Monarchy 1483–1789: Volume 2

Originally published in 1900, this book forms the second of two volumes on the history of France between 1483 and 1789.

A. J. Grant (Author)

9781107631113, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 13 June 2013

322 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 1.8 cm, 0.35 kg

Originally published in 1900, as part of the Cambridge Historical Series, this book forms the second of two volumes on the history of France between 1483 and 1789. The volumes cover the chief events in French history during the period, encompassing both domestic and foreign affairs, with a particular focus on the role of the monarchy. The first volume begins with a survey of France at the end of the fifteenth century and ends with a chapter on Mazarin and the Fronde; the second volume begins with a chapter on Louis XIV and Colbert, then moves through to the reign of Louis XVI. Appendices and maps are also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the French history and the historical development of the French monarchy.

10. Louis XIV and Colbert
11. The early wars of Louis XIV
12. The religious history of the reign
13. The war with the Grand Alliance
14. The question of the Spanish succession
15. The war of the Spanish succession
16. The regency and the administration of Fleury
17. The war of the Austrian succession
18. The Seven Years' War
19. The rise of opposition to the absolute monarchy
20. The intellectual and social condition of France at the end of the Ancient Régime
21. The reign of Louis XVI
Appendix. Genealogical table to illustrate the question of the Spanish succession
Bibliographical note
Index.

Subject Areas: European history [HBJD]