Henry IV and the Towns: The Pursuit of Legitimacy in French Urban Society, 1589-1610
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This book is the first serious study of Henry IV's relationship with the towns of France. Rejected by a majority of his subjects because of his Protestant faith, Henry spent the early years of his reign conquering his kingdom through the use of force, persuasion, bribery, and conciliation. By reopening the lines of communication between the crown and the towns, he strengthened the French monarchy. Thus while this book is not a biography of the King, it offers an in-depth analysis of a crucial aspect of his craft of kingship. [From Amazon.com]
ISBN
9780521025072
Publication Date
1999
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
City
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Keywords
Henry IV, France, Monarchy, Religion and politics, Sixteenth century
Disciplines
European History | Political History
Recommended Citation
Finley-Croswhite, S. Annette, "Henry IV and the Towns: The Pursuit of Legitimacy in French Urban Society, 1589-1610" (1999). History Faculty Bookshelf. 11.
https://digitalcommons.odu.edu/history_books/11