TY  - BOOK
AU  - Rey,R.
TI  - Louis XI et Les États Pontificaux de France au XVe siècle
AV  - DC 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Louis XI, King of France, 1423-1483
N1  - Release date is 2011-10-09; Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed
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N2  - "Louis XI et Les États Pontificaux de France au XVe siècle" by R. Rey is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intricate relationships between the French monarchy, particularly under Louis XI, and the Papal States during the 15th century, focusing on how these dynamics influenced both regional politics and the broader historical landscape. The narrative seems to delve into the political maneuvers and motivations surrounding Avignon and the Comté Venaissin as key territories with both historical and strategic significance.  The opening of the work sets the stage for a thorough examination of the connections between France and the Papal States, particularly through key figures such as Charles VI, Louis XI, and various popes like Benoît XIII. Rey outlines the historical context of Avignon and its significance during the schism in the Church, noting the rich political and economic interactions inherent in this relationship. He discusses the complexities of royal protection over papal territories and how these interactions shaped the political landscape, hinting at deeper themes of sovereignty, influence, and the nuances of authority at play during this turbulent period in French history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37678
ER  -