Renaissance Warrior and Patron: The Reign of Francis I

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1996
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This book offers a full and comprehensive account of one of the most colourful and formative reigns in French history, that of Francis I (1515-47). First published to coincide with the 500th anniversary of Francis's birth in 1994, this book is a completely revised version of Knecht's earlier study of the king, Francis I, which was for many years the standard work on the subject. That edition has been superseded by this substantially larger work, in which much new written and illustrative material is included. No other English work on the subject is as up-to-date or as authoritative.

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This book offers a full and comprehensive account of one of the most colourful and formative reigns in French history, that of Francis I (1515-47). First published to coincide with the 500th anniversary of Francis's birth in 1994, this book is a completely revised version of Knecht's earlier study of the king, Francis I, which was for many years the standard work on the subject. That edition has been superseded by this substantially larger work, in which much new written and illustrative material is included. No other English work on the subject is as up-to-date or as authoritative.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 640
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 12 Dec 1996
ISBN 10: 052157885X
ISBN 13: 9780521578851
Book Overview: A paperback of Knecht's comprehensive account of one of France's most important monarchs.

Media Reviews

'It should be in every research library and carefully studied by every student of the period. There is no comparable work in English ...'. J. Russell Major, The American Historical Review
'Knecht's study of Francis I is certainly the point of departure for all those who wish to reflect on these matters. They may be somewhat repelled by the chief player, but they will be richly entertained and instructed.' David Parker, The Times Literary Supplement
'The original book [Francis I] ... quickly took its place as one of the most important books on the period in any language ... What is involved here is not just a revision; Knecht has in fact produced a substantially new book, on a grander scale.' David Potter, European History Quarterly
' ... well structured and well written. Students and specialists alike are presented with a reasonable case for analysing Francis on his own terms and Knecht finds him deserving of a more significant place in French history than he has often been allowed'. History Review
...provides a good historiography of the last ten years of research in the early sixteenth century. Sixteenth Century Journal
Fortunately, R.J. Knecht's fascination with Fancis I is such that he has clearly devoted many hours of his 'retirement' to expanding, reshaping and updating the highly regarded study of the King which he published in 1982...The net result is a book which is not only more comprehensive than the earlier work but which is also exceptionally readable. A magnificent index will enable those searching for information on places, people and events to acquaint themselves with almost any aspect of the reign. At the same time, the main themes, aided by a prose which is never strained or cumbersome, emerge with clarity. David Parker, Times Literary Supplement
The present work is much more than a new edition of the earlier book....It should be in every research library and carefully studied by every student of the period....There is no comparable work in English....Knecht is a careful and judicious historian who deals with every aspect of Francis's reign from the standpoint of Paris and the court. J. Russell Major, American Historical Review
A serious reader will appreciate the realization of Knecht's second edition. The scholarly work would be a worthy informative choice in depth and breadth of the period for specialists in Sixteenth Century, French and European History, in Monarchies, and in the Renaissance Period. The book is a beautiful edition in glossed paper and pleasing print. It should be in the Sixteenth Century collection of any reputable library and highly cited and recommended to its enlightened patrons. European Studies Journal
A serious reader will appreciate the realization of Knecht's second edition. The scholarly work would be a worthy informative choice in depth and breadth of the period for specialists in sixteenth-century French of European history, in monarchies, and in the Renaissance Period. The book is a beautiful edition in glossed paper and pleasing print. It should be in the sixteenth-century collection of any reputable library and highly cited and recommended to its enlightened patrons. Michael D. Buzash, European Studies Journal
To portray a balanced and meaningful picture of this giant of the sixteenth century is a challenge which Robert Knecht has grasped and brought to fruition. Keith Cameron, International Journal of the Classical Tradition