The Thirty Years War

Name: The Thirty Years War
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780872209398
Price: 39.99 NZD
Availability: InStock

A Documentary History

0.0 (0 reviews)

4.02

( 55 ratings, 2 reviews)

Summary

The Thirty Years War by Cicely Veronica Wedgwood delves into the complex and turbulent events of the 17th-century conflict that embroiled much of Europe. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the political, religious, and social upheavals that defined this period, revealing the impacts of war on various countries and the balance of power across the continent. Rich in historical detail, this work provides readers with a nuanced understanding of a transformative era.
Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

$39⁹⁹

AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

The Thirty Years War

$39⁹⁹

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by European history and want to delve into the complex socio-political and military events of the 17th century. This detailed account offers insights into the intricate alliances and conflicts that shaped Europe for decades. Ideal for those interested in historical warfare and the significant ramifications of prolonged conflict.

Reveals the origins, significance, and consequences of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), the first great, and catastrophic, pan-European conflict. This book also provides a brief history of the War and a discussion of its causes. It includes maps and a chronology, an index, a select bibliography, and several examples of 17th-century artwork.

Description

Through a wide variety of key documents—most of which appear in English for the first time here—this sourcebook reveals the origins, significance, and consequences of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), the first great, and catastrophic, pan-European conflict.

Headnotes introduce each selection, and a general Introduction provides both a brief history of the War and a discussion of its causes. Maps and a chronology are included, as are an index, a select bibliography, and several examples of 17th-century work.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Thirty Years War is praised for its comprehensive exploration of the political, social, and cultural issues related to the Reformation and the evolution of European states. It serves as an excellent resource for concluding studies on late medieval developments and provides a robust foundation for students focusing on subsequent historical periods.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780872209398

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: 10 halftones

Contributors:

Edited and translated by Tryntje Helfferich

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 426g

Pages: 352

Collections

European History History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Tryntje Helfferich is Associate Professor of History, The Ohio State University at Lima.