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The bestselling author of Catherine de Medici returns to sixteenthcentury Europe in this evocative and entertaining biography that recreates a remarkable era of French history and brings to life a great monarchFrancis Iwho turned France into a great nation.Catherine de Medicis fatherinlaw, King Francis of France, was the perfect Renaissance knight, the movements exemplar and its Gallic interpreter. An aesthete, diplomat par excellence, and contemporary of Machiavelli, Francis was the founder of modern France, whose sheer force of will and personality molded his kingdom into the first European superpower. Arguably the man who introduced the Renaissance to France, Francis was also the prototype Frenchmana national identity was modeled on his character. So great was his stamp, that few countries even now are quite so robustly patriotic as is France. Yet as Leonie Frieda reveals, Francis did not always live up to his ideal; a man of grand passions and vision, he was also a flawed husband, father, lover, and king.With access to private archives that have never been used in a study of Francis I, Frieda explores the life of a man who was the most human of the monarchs of the periodand yet, remains the most elusive.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Francis I: The Maker of Modern France'? A: The book provides an in-depth biography of King Francis I of France, exploring his life, reign, and the significant impact he had on establishing France as a modern nation during the Renaissance.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Francis I: The Maker of Modern France'? A: The author is Leonie Frieda, known for her expertise in historical biographies and particularly for her previous work on Catherine de Medici.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 10, 2018.
- Q: How many pages does 'Francis I: The Maker of Modern France' have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Francis I: The Maker of Modern France' a new or used book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this biography? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into Francis I's character, his contributions to French identity, and the complexities of his reign, including both his achievements and personal flaws.
- Q: Are there any unique sources used in this biography? A: Yes, the author had access to private archives that have not been previously used in studies of Francis I, providing fresh perspectives on his life.
- Q: In what category is this book listed? A: The book is categorized under France.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Francis I: The Maker of Modern France'? A: This book is the first edition.