WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY STELLA TILLYARDDuring his reign Louis XIV was the most
powerful king in Europe. He presided over a golden age of military and
artistic achievement in France, and deployed his charm and talents for spin
and intrigue to hold his court and country within his absolute control.
WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY STELLA TILLYARDDuring his reign Louis XIV was the most
powerful king in Europe. He presided over a golden age of military and
artistic achievement in France, and deployed his charm and talents for spin
and intrigue to hold his court and country within his absolute control.