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This comparative study delves into the courts of Vienna and Paris-Versailles from 1550 to 1780, exploring their cultural, political, and social dynamics. It examines how these two influential centers shaped European court life, highlighting their unique customs, power structures, and the interplay between monarchy and nobility. The analysis reveals the impact of these courts on art, diplomacy, and societal norms, offering insights into the broader historical context of the period and the evolution of royal authority in Europe.
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Vienna and Versailles, Jeroen Duindam
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Vienna and Versailles
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeroen Duindam
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 392
- ISBN13
- 9780521714761
- Category
- History, World history
- Description
- This comparative study delves into the courts of Vienna and Paris-Versailles from 1550 to 1780, exploring their cultural, political, and social dynamics. It examines how these two influential centers shaped European court life, highlighting their unique customs, power structures, and the interplay between monarchy and nobility. The analysis reveals the impact of these courts on art, diplomacy, and societal norms, offering insights into the broader historical context of the period and the evolution of royal authority in Europe.