About this book
Francis I of France led one of the most colourful and influential courts of the sixteenth century. Known as the 'knightāking', he was a chivalric warrior, a strong ruler and a passionate patron of the arts and of the French nobility. While he faced setbacks and took significant risks, Francis left his successor a kingdom that was larger, better governed and more stable than before.
This concise biography paints a vivid portrait of Francis, exploring his achievements, challenges and enduring legacy. It captures his role in shaping the French Renaissance, blending engaging storytelling with insights drawn from extensive primary research. Cogent and lively, this book provides a clear narrative of Francis's reign and explains why he is celebrated as France's great Renaissance monarch.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Introduction: Francis I, āRenaissanceā Monarch
- 1. Le roi chevalier
- 2. A Kingdom in the Hazard
- 3. Francis as Governor and Patron
- 4. The Warrior Again
- Epilogue: āLe Grand Roi FranƧoisā?
- References
- Select Bibliography
- Acknowledgements
- Photo Acknowledgements
- Index
