Publisher's Synopsis
""Christian IV, King of Denmark and Norway: A Picture of the Seventeenth Century"" is a historical biography written by John A. Gade about the life and reign of Christian IV, the King of Denmark and Norway from 1588 to 1648. The book provides a detailed account of Christian IV's political and personal life during the seventeenth century, a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. It covers his early years as a prince, his ascension to the throne, his military campaigns, his patronage of the arts and sciences, and his relationships with his family, friends, and enemies. The book also delves into the religious and cultural context of the time, exploring the tensions between Protestantism and Catholicism, as well as the impact of the Thirty Years' War on Denmark and Norway. With its rich detail and engaging narrative, ""Christian IV, King of Denmark and Norway"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Europe's most influential monarchs and the world in which he lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
