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Paperback John the Fearless: The Growth of Burgundian Power Book

ISBN: 0851159168

ISBN13: 9780851159164

John the Fearless: The Growth of Burgundian Power

(Part of the The Dukes of Burgundy Series)

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Book Overview

The aims and personality of the second duke are illuminated, and the development of the Burgundian state during his ducal reign (1404-1419) charted. His supposed 'infernal pact' with the English and his assassination are examined;his activities in France are studied, as he exploited French resources for the benefit of Burgundy.

John the Fearless, second Duke of Burgundy, is one of the more dramatic and puzzling characters among medieval rulers...

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Important Work Available Again At Last!

Vaughan's series of books on Valois Burgundy have long been a staple for anyone interested Burgundian history and culture. After a long stretch of being out of print, and very difficult to find, these new editions are sure to be welcomed by many historians. Added to Vaughan's work is a fantastic new introduction written for the 2002 edition by Malcolm Vale (another historian I would readily recommend).While these works may...

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