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the lives and reigns of 42 European kings and queens
1 online resource (viii, 355 pages) : illustrations
"During the Renaissance, the monarchy rose to become the dominant form of power in Europe. This dynamic epoch produced formidable sovereigns who crushed the feudal rights of nobles, defended the Catholic Church against the encroachments of the Protestant Reformation, fought self-aggrandizing wars, and were patrons of art, architecture, literature, and music. "--Provided by publisher.
Pt. 1. Renaissance monarchs of England -- pt. 2. Renaissance monarchs of Scotland -- pt. 3. Renaissance monarchs of France -- pt. 4. Renaissance monarchs of Spain -- pt. 5. Renaissance emperors of the Holy Roman Empire.
Includes bibliographical references and index.