The Emperor Charles V V2

By Edward Armstrong

Book Overview

The Emperor Charles V V2 is a historical book written by Edward Armstrong. It is the second volume of the two-part biography of Charles V, who was one of the most powerful monarchs in European history. The book provides a detailed account of Charles V's life, from his birth in 1500 to his death in 1558. The author explores Charles V's reign as the Holy Roman Emperor, King of Spain, and ruler of the Netherlands. He delves into the political, social, and religious challenges that Charles V faced during his reign, including the Protestant Reformation and conflicts with France and the Ottoman Empire. Armstrong provides a nuanced and balanced perspective on Charles V's character and legacy, examining both his strengths and weaknesses as a ruler. He also discusses the impact of Charles V's reign on Europe and the world, particularly in terms of the spread of Christianity and the rise of colonialism. Overall, The Emperor Charles V V2 is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most significant figures in European history, written by a renowned historian. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the political and cultural developments of the early modern period.Volume Two of Two. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417970731.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162759232
• ISBN13: 9781162759234
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"