The Hussite Wars (1914)

The Hussite Wars is a historical book written by Francis Lutzow and first published in 1914. The book provides a detailed account of the Hussite Wars, which took place in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) between 1419 and 1434. The book covers the background of the Hussite movement, which was a religious reform movement that emerged in Bohemia in the early 15th century. The Hussites were followers of the Czech reformer Jan Hus, who was burned at the stake for heresy in 1415. The book covers the various phases of the Hussite Wars, including the initial uprising, the formation of the Hussite army, and the battles that took place between the Hussites and their opponents.The book also explores the political and social context of the Hussite Wars, including the role of the Catholic Church, the involvement of neighboring countries such as Poland and Hungary, and the impact of the wars on the people of Bohemia. The book provides detailed descriptions of the key figures involved in the Hussite Wars, including Jan Zizka, the military leader of the Hussites, and Sigismund of Luxembourg, the Holy Roman Emperor who led the Catholic forces against the Hussites.Overall, The Hussite Wars is a comprehensive and well-researched account of one of the most significant religious and political conflicts of the medieval period. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the Hussite movement and its impact on European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.