Portrait De Philippe II, Roi D'Espagne (1785)

By Louis-Sébastien Mercier and M Mercier

Book Overview

Portrait De Philippe II, Roi D�������Espagne (1785) is a book written by Louis-Sebastien Mercier. The book is a detailed portrait of the life of Philippe II, the King of Spain, who ruled from 1556 to 1598. The author provides a comprehensive account of the king's life, including his childhood, his reign, and his legacy. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the king's life. The author describes the political and social context of the time, the wars that Philippe II fought, and the cultural and artistic achievements of his reign. The book also includes a detailed analysis of Philippe II's personality, his relationships with his family and advisors, and his religious beliefs. The author provides a balanced view of the king, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, Portrait De Philippe II, Roi D�������Espagne is an important historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most influential kings in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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: 1104199998
• ISBN13: 9781104199999
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"