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Hailed As 'Entertaining' And 'Nuanced' By The Economist, Martyrs And Murderers Tells The Story Of Three Generations Of Treacherous, Bloodthirsty Powerbrokers. One Of The Richest And Most Powerful Families In Sixteenthcentury France, The House Of Guise Played A Pivotal Role In The History Ofeurope. Among The Staunchest Opponents Of The Reformation, They Whipped Up Religious Bigotry Throughout France. They Overthrew The King, Ruled Scotland For Nearly 20 Years Through Mary Queen Of Scots, Plotted To Invade England And Overthrow Elizabeth I, And Ended The Century By Unleashing The Bloodywars Of Religion, Before Succumbing In A Counterrevolution That Made Them Martyrs For The Catholic Cause. The History Of The Guise Family Is Sensational But True. Though Parts Of The Story Are Familiarsuch As Their Crucial Role In The Murder Of 4,000 Protestants In The Infamous Massacre Of Saintbartholomewthe Full Scope Of Their Influence Has Never Before Been Told. Stuart Carroll Unravels The Legends About This Cultivated, Charismatic, And Violent Dynasty, And Challenges Traditional Assumptions About One Of Europe'S Most Turbulent Eras.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Martyrs and Murderers: The Guise Family and the Making of Europe'? A: The book explores the history of the House of Guise, a powerful family in sixteenth-century France, highlighting their influence on European politics and religion, including their opposition to the Reformation and involvement in major historical events.
- Q: Who is the author of the book and what is his background? A: The author, Stuart Carroll, is a historian known for his research on French history, particularly during the period of the Reformation and the Wars of Religion.
- Q: What notable events does the book cover regarding the Guise family? A: The book covers significant events such as the family's role in the Massacre of Saint Bartholomew, their power dynamics in Scotland through Mary Queen of Scots, and their attempts to overthrow Elizabeth I of England.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 8, 2011.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this edition? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in European history? A: Yes, this book is particularly suitable for readers interested in European history, especially those wanting to learn more about the Reformation and the political conflicts of the sixteenth century.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it may have minor wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: Does the book provide a balanced view of the Guise family's actions? A: Yes, the book aims to present a nuanced view of the Guise family, examining both their violent actions and their impact on European history.
- Q: In which category is this book listed? A: The book is listed under the category of France.