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Mazarin: The Crisis of Absolutism in France
Mazarin The Crisis of Absolutism in France Author:G. R. R. Treasure Mazarin follows the career of Guilio Mazarini, the first Roman minister of France, from pupil of the Jesuits, through legate in Paris and Avignon, to service for Louis XIII and beyond. Mazarin's guidance of the young Louis XIV are given full weight, as are his crucial parts in many diplomatic exchanges.