| Description: |
xi, 288 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), maps ; 24 cm |
| Summary: |
A portrait of four dynamic rulers born in the last decade of the fifteenth century examines how they collectively shaped modern Europe and the Middle East in cultural, religious, and political arenas. |
| Contents: |
The hollow of their hands -- The flower and vigour of youth -- All is lost, save honour -- Enough, my son! -- Like a brother to the Sultan -- Noisome to our realm -- A reasonable regret -- Fray Carlos and "the drum of conquest" -- Worth celebrating. |
| Bibliog.: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Subject: |
Henry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547.
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Francis I, King of France, 1494-1547.
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Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, 1500-1558.
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Süleyman I, Sultan of the Turks, 1494 or 1495-1566.
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History, Modern -- 16th century.
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Europe -- History -- 16th century.
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Europe -- Kings and rulers -- 16th century.
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| Alt. Title: |
Henry VIII, Francis I, Charles V, Suleiman the Magnificent and the obsessions that forged modern Europe |
| ISBN/ISSN: |
9780802126634 (hardcover) |
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0802126634 (hardcover) |
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