The reign of Louis XVI, which ended with the guillotining of Louis and his wife, Marie Antoinette, in 1793, is a dramatic and crucial part of French history. This book presents the first complete and authoritative biography of Louis XVI, a poignant tale that recounts how the King's stature grew as his power declined.
John Hardman Livres
John Hardman est une autorité mondiale de premier plan sur la Révolution française, célébré pour ses livres perspicaces sur le sujet. Son travail académique plonge dans les complexités de cette période historique capitale, offrant des perspectives profondes sur ses causes, sa progression et son impact final. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à une exploration riche et détaillée de l'histoire, ramenée à la vie grâce à une analyse incisive. Il a précédemment enseigné l'histoire moderne à l'Université d'Édimbourg.






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