| Author |
Capefigue, M. (Jean Baptiste Honoré Raymond), 1802-1872 |
| Translator |
Toccagni, Luigi |
| Title |
Storia di Carlomagno vol. 2/2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 28.0 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Storia di Carlomagno vol. 2/2" by M. Capefigue is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the diplomatic correspondences and political strategies of Charlemagne, exploring his relations with significant figures such as Popes and Byzantine emperors, as well as the implications of these interactions on the Carolingian Empire. The opening of this volume introduces the first chapter, which centers on Charlemagne's diplomatic exchanges during his reign. It discusses his strategic alliances with the Papacy, particularly with Pope Adrian, who seeks Charlemagne's support against the Lombards in Italy. The text details the intricate relationships between the Franks and the Byzantine Empire, as well as the pressures from various factions, including the Saracens and the Anglo-Saxon rulers. Through various letters and historical references, Capefigue sets the stage for Charlemagne's ambition to unify and strengthen his empire while navigating the multifaceted political landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Charlemagne, Emperor, 742-814
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| Subject |
France -- History -- To 987
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64552 |
| Release Date |
Feb 14, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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