Diary Of An Embassy From King George Of Bohemia To King Louis XI Of France: In The Year Of Grace 1464 (1871)

By Albert Henry Wratislaw

Book Overview

""Diary Of An Embassy From King George Of Bohemia To King Louis XI Of France: In The Year Of Grace 1464"" is a historical book written by Albert Henry Wratislaw and originally published in 1871. The book is a first-hand account of the diplomatic mission undertaken by King George of Bohemia to King Louis XI of France in the year 1464. The author, Wratislaw, was a descendant of one of the Bohemian ambassadors who accompanied King George on the mission, and he translated and edited the diary of his ancestor for this book. The book provides a detailed description of the journey from Bohemia to France, the reception of the embassy by King Louis XI, and the negotiations that took place between the two monarchs. It also includes descriptions of the French court, the customs and manners of the time, and the political and social conditions of both Bohemia and France. This book is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of medieval Europe, diplomacy, and international relations. It provides a unique perspective on the political and cultural climate of the 15th century and sheds light on the interactions between two of the most powerful monarchs of the time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104117274
• ISBN13: 9781104117276
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"