Francis I and Sixteenth-Century France

Francis I and Sixteenth-Century France
Author: Robert J. Knecht
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2023-05-31
Genre: History
ISBN: 1000939502


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The reputation of Francis I, king of France (1515-47 ) has fluctuated over the centuries. Acclaimed as ’noble’ and ’great’ in the sixteenth century, he came to be unfairly denigrated under the Bourbon kings and the republic. But, in the twentieth century, research based on archival material has restored his standing as one of the most important rulers of his age. The present volume brings together seventeen articles by Robert Knecht published over several decades on particular aspects of the reign, with three specially translated from French into English. They examine the period in more depth than was possible in the author's 1994 biography of Francis I, and include studies of the Concordat of 1516 with the papacy, the Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520, the lit-de-justice of 1527, and the visit to France of the Emperor Charles V in 1540. Other articles consider the king’s attitude to the Reformation, his court, his relations with Paris and visits to Aquitaine, his patronage of architecture as demonstrated by his building of the château of Fontainebleau, and his relations with his mother, Louise of Savoy, and sister, Marguerite d’Angoulême. The king’s love of books and the political advice he received from scholars are also considered as well as the extent of his ’absolutism’. Two articles compare the English and French Reformations and the nobilities of the two countries. The volume is intended as a contribution to the celebration of the 500th anniversary of Francis I’s accession.

French Renaissance Monarchy

French Renaissance Monarchy
Author: R. J. Knecht
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2014-07-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 1317888804


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First published in 1984, Professor Knecht's study quickly established itself as the best short account of the period. The reigns of Francis I and Henry II, spanning the first half of the sixteenth century, are one of the most colourful and formative periods of French history. In addition to examining the nature and effectiveness of their reigns, Professor Knecht also examines their foreign policies which brought them into conflict with other major powers. For this new edition the author has added a new chapter on patronage and the arts.

Renaissance Warrior and Patron

Renaissance Warrior and Patron
Author: R. J. Knecht
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 644
Release: 1994
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780521578851


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A paperback of Knecht's comprehensive account of one of France's most important monarchs.

Francis I and Sixteenth-Century France

Francis I and Sixteenth-Century France
Author: Robert J. Knecht
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: France
ISBN: 9781472461490


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Twentieth-century research based on archival material has restored the standing of Francis I, king of France (1515-47), as one of the most important rulers of his age. Intended as a contribution to the celebration of the 500th anniversary of Francis's accession, the volume brings together seventeen articles by Robert Knecht published over several decades on particular aspects of Francis's reign, including three essays specially translated from French into English.

French Renaissance Monarchy

French Renaissance Monarchy
Author: Robert Jean Knecht
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Longman Limited
Total Pages: 122
Release: 1984-01-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780582353749


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Discusses the government and political history of France during the first half of the sixteenth century.

Francis I. And The Sixteenth Century ...

Francis I. And The Sixteenth Century ...
Author: Guizot (François M )
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781020194047


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This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the reign of Francis the I, one of the most important monarchs of the French Renaissance. The author, a leading historian of the period, provides a detailed account of Francis's life and legacy, as well as the cultural and political developments of the era. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of France, the Renaissance, or early modern Europe. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Francis I

Francis I
Author: R. J. Knecht
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 520
Release: 1984-04-26
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780521278874


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R. J. Knect investigates the reign of Francis I of France.