The Hector Of Germanie: Or The Palsgrave Prime Elector

By Wentworth Smith

Book Overview

The Hector of Germanie: Or The Palsgrave Prime Elector is a historical book written by Wentworth Smith. The book is a detailed account of the life and reign of Frederick V, the Elector Palatine of the Rhine, who was also known as the ""Hector of Germany"". The book covers Frederick's rise to power, his marriage to Elizabeth Stuart, the daughter of King James I of England, and his subsequent involvement in the Thirty Years' War. Smith provides a comprehensive analysis of the political and military events that shaped Frederick's reign, as well as his personal life and relationships. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in European history, particularly the history of Germany and the Holy Roman Empire during the early modern period.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: 1432652265
• ISBN13: 9781432652265
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"