Monarchs of the Renaissance
Subtitle: the lives and reigns of 42 European kings and queens
By: Philip J. Potter
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 366
ISBN-13: 9780786468065
Subjects: Politics and government; Renaissance; Kings and rulers; Monarchy; History; Biography; Queens
Description: "During the Renaissance, the monarchy rose to become the dominant form of power in Europe. This dynamic epoch produced formidable sovereigns who crushed the feudal rights of nobles, defended the Catholic Church against the encroachments of the Protestant Reformation, fought self-aggrandizing wars, and were patrons of art, architecture, literature, and music. "--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.