The Life Of Louis XI

The Life of Louis XI: The Rebel Dauphin and the Statesman King, From His Original Letters and Other Documents is a historical book written by Christopher Hare and first published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Louis XI, the King of France from 1461 to 1483. The author uses original letters and other documents from the time period to paint a vivid picture of Louis XI's life, including his early years as the rebellious Dauphin, his rise to power, and his reign as a statesman king. Hare delves into the political intrigues and battles that shaped Louis XI's reign, as well as his relationships with other European powers and his own court. The book is a comprehensive and informative look at one of France's most fascinating monarchs, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of France or the Middle Ages.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.