Publisher's Synopsis
""France Under Mazarin: With A Review Of The Administration Of Richelieu V1"" is a historical book written by James Breck Perkins. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political and social conditions of France during the reign of Cardinal Mazarin, who served as the chief minister to King Louis XIV. The author also reviews the administration of Cardinal Richelieu, Mazarin's predecessor, and analyzes the similarities and differences in their policies. The book discusses how Mazarin's rule was marked by political instability, economic crises, and social unrest, including the Fronde rebellion. Perkins also examines Mazarin's foreign policy, including his efforts to maintain France's dominance in Europe and his involvement in the Thirty Years' War. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Mazarin's rule. The author draws from a wide range of primary sources, including government documents, letters, and memoirs, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of this period in French history. Overall, ""France Under Mazarin: With A Review Of The Administration Of Richelieu V1"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, political science, or international relations. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of one of the most significant periods in French history and sheds light on the challenges faced by a powerful nation during a time of great change and upheaval.In Two Volumes. Much Background On The Period Of Dumas' D'artagnan And The Three Musketeers.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.