Cambridge Modern History. Volume 04, The Thirty Years' War
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The *Cambridge Modern History*, Volume 4, 'The Thirty Years' War' offers a comprehensive analysis of this tumultuous period in European history. The volume traces the war's evolution from its origins in the Holy Roman Empire to its expansion across the continent, becoming a crucible for political and religious conflicts. It examines the intricate interplay of alliances, the shifting fortunes of various powers like Sweden, France, Spain, and the Netherlands, and the impact of the war on international relations. The book highlights the strategic brilliance of figures like Richelieu and Mazarin, the rise of Sweden as a major military power, and the decline of Spain. The volume also explores the war's impact on religious thought, the emergence of a new era of philosophical inquiry, and the enduring legacy of the Peace of Westphalia, which reshaped the political landscape of Europe for generations.Book Details
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