World History 10—Louis XIV and the Puritan Revolution ((Comic Book))

Author: Park Chun-he
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: The book's dates are all in the Gregorian calendar. It includes numerous maps and photos, providing a sense of the scenes. Names and historical events are clearly presented. All difficult issues in the book are explained. From the 16th to the 18th century, Europe was in an era of absolute monarchy where the power of kings was continuously strengthened. Representative kings of this era included Queen Elizabeth of England and Louis XIV of France. While developing domestic industries and leading their countries toward prosperity, the kings also indulged in extravagant lifestyles, building luxurious palaces. The rulers frequently launched aggressive wars. At the same time, this era was marked by advanced transportation, a flourishing lifestyle and culture centered around nobles and the upper class, preparing for the transition to modern nations and societies. The book depicts the stories of various European countries during the era of absolute monarchy.