France - Historical Biography, France - Political Biography, 1328 - 1589 (Valois Dynasty) - French History
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Overview
The enthralling and little-known story of the ugly, fat, paranoid, and ruthless king known as "the universal spider" for his incessant machinations. In the year Louis XI was born, just after the 100 Years' War, England still ruled much of France. Unifying the land became his idée fixe, and through Louis' wiliness, network of spies, and willingness to forge alliances when needed, he succeeded in pulling the country out of anarchy and achieving his goal.Book Details
Published
October 18, 2001
Publisher
Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Pages
640
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781842124116