Oathbreakers

The War of Brothers That Shattered an Empire and Made Medieval Europe

Auteurs

• David M. Perry
• Matthew Gabriele

Paramètres

• 304 pages
• 11 heures de lecture

• Thème historique

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The Carolingian Civil War unfolds as a brutal conflict among family members, highlighting the collapse of a once-unified empire under Charlemagne's descendants. Following the overthrow of Louis the Pious by his sons, alliances shatter, leading to a protracted struggle marked by betrayal and violence. Historians David M. Perry and Matthew Gabriele delve into this turbulent era, drawing from rich primary sources to illustrate the consequences of political disintegration. The narrative raises critical questions about identity and the fallout from discord, echoing themes relevant to contemporary society.

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• Année de publication: 2025
• Reliure: (rigide)