Isbn: 9780259937906 - le cardinal de retz, son génie et ses écrits (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of the enigmatic Cardinal de Retz, a key figure in 17th-century French history. Exploring his motivations, insecurities, and the role he played in shaping the tumultuous era known as the Fronde, the author presents a complex and nuanced portrait of a man driven by ambition, vanity, and a thirst for power. Through Retz's own vivid and often self-serving accounts, the book delves into the intrigues, plots, and power struggles that characterized the period, shedding light on the complex interplay of personal ambition and political machinations that shaped the course of French history. Ultimately, this book provides a thought-provoking examination of the nature of power, the human condition, and the enduring legacy of one of France's most notorious historical figures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …