Philip V of Spain
Subtitle: the king who reigned twice
By: Henry Kamen.
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 2001
Place of publication: New Haven, CT
Language: eng
Number of pages: 277
Subjects: Philip V, King of Spain, 1683-1746; Spain -- History -- Philip V, 1700-1746; Spain -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
Genres: Biography.
Description: "Philip V, who reluctantly assumed the Spanish throne in 1700, was the first of the Bourbon dynasty which continues to rule Spain today. His 46-year reign, briefly curtailed in 1724 when he abdicated in favour of his short-lived son, Louis I, was one of the most important in the country's history. This account is the first biography of Philip V in English.".

"Drawing on contemporary opinion and fresh archival sources, Kamen discusses Philip's character, decisions and policies. He offers a new assessment of the king's illness (which led earlier historians to view Philip as mad) and re-evaluates the role of his two wives. Kamen's account of Philip as king also provides an essential introduction to the study of early eighteenth-century Spain and the Bourbon monarchy."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [266]-269) and index.