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French History in 10 Kings

Duration
2H 2min
Language
English
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History

Understand a crucial part of the history of French monarchy with this collection of portraits of some of the most spectacular rulers of France: Louis XI, Louis XII, Louis XIII, Louis XIV, Louis XV, Louis XVI, Louis XVII, Louis XVIII, Louis-Philippe, and Henry IV, also known as the "Good King Henry". The history of the kingdom of France is crucial to understanding the shape of politics in Europe, and this detailed dive into the lives and reigns of these most famous rulers will familiarize you with the human and strategic stakes of this period. For each King, you will find a detailed description of the style of his reign and his political achievements, narrated in a lively way.

© 2022 SAGA Egmont (Audiobook): 9782821103245

Release date

Audiobook: 1 April 2022

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