A History of Savoy
A History of Savoy

Author: John Dormandy

Publisher: Fonthill Media

Published: 2018-08-17

Total Pages: 566

ISBN-13:

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Savoy and its Alps were for seven centuries an independent state at the centre of Europe, separating France from the patchwork of principalities that made up Italy. Merchants, clerics, pilgrims, diplomats as well as privileged young Englishmen on the Grand Tour, regularly used the Alpine passes. But it was the need of European armies to cross Savoy which made its rulers powerful as the Gatekeepers of the Alps. It allowed the Duchy of Savoy to prosper and survive when all the other great duchies of Burgundy, Milan, Provence and Dauphin' disappeared at the end of the fifteenth century. Savoy successfully resisted the pressure from Protestant Geneva on its doorstep, but was the first country to succumb to the French Revolution. By judiciously switching alliances during the European wars beginning at the end of the seventeenth century, the House of Savoy finally gained a crown. The conspiracy concocted by Napoleon III and Cavour led directly to the unification of Italy and the definitive annexation of Savoy to France in 1860. Simultaneously, the Alps that had been the source of Savoy's power, now became the source of its prosperity as a centre of tourism.

Guy Savoy
Guy Savoy

Author: Guy Savoy

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Published: 2004-04-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781584793625

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In his first cookbook to be published in the United States, Savoy presents the best of his personal repertoire of 80 updated classic recipes from his childhood--the tasty dishes this great chef loves to cook at home. Color photos.

1848
1848

Author: Mike Rapport

Publisher: Basic Books

Published: 2009-02-03

Total Pages: 482

ISBN-13: 0786743689

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A "lively, panoramic" history of a revolutionary year (New York Times) In 1848, a violent storm of revolutions ripped through Europe. The torrent all but swept away the conservative order that had kept peace on the continent since Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo in 1815 -- but which in many countries had also suppressed dreams of national freedom. Political events so dramatic had not been seen in Europe since the French Revolution, and they would not be witnessed again until 1989, with the revolutions in Eastern and Central Europe. In 1848, historian Mike Rapport examines the roots of the ferment and then, with breathtaking pace, chronicles the explosive spread of violence across Europe. A vivid narrative of a complex chain of interconnected revolutions, 1848 tells the exhilarating story of Europe's violent "Spring of Nations" and traces its reverberations to the present day.

Africa’s Struggle for Its Art
Africa’s Struggle for Its Art

Author: Bénédicte Savoy

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2022-04-05

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0691234736

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"A major new history of how, between 1965 and 1985, African nations sought the restitution of works of art stolen during the colonial period, written by the most important and influential figure in the field"--

War, Diplomacy and the Rise of Savoy, 1690–1720
War, Diplomacy and the Rise of Savoy, 1690–1720

Author: Christopher Storrs

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2000-01-13

Total Pages: 367

ISBN-13: 1139425196

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This book deals with the crucial relationship between war and state formation in early modern Europe by examining the participation of Savoy in the Nine Years War (1688–97) and the War of the Spanish Succession (1701–14) under Duke Victor Amadeus II.

The Green Count of Savoy
The Green Count of Savoy

Author: Eugene L. Cox

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2015-12-08

Total Pages: 419

ISBN-13: 1400874998

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The fourteenth century is usually portrayed as a period of retrogression and disaster in European history, but for the transalpine state of Savoy it was a period of glory. During this time almost the entire region between Lombardy and Burgundy was brought under the control of Savoyard rulers. The "buffer state" created between France and Italy hindered French expansion for many centuries and helped preserve the independence of Italy. Drawing upon much unpublished material, Professor Cox traces the social and political evolution of the principality. He discusses how the Savoyard state was governed, financed, and defended. He also provides a fascinating biography of the Green Count. Originally published in 1967. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Coryat's Crudities
Coryat's Crudities

Author: Thomas Coryate

Publisher: Franklin Classics

Published: 2018-10-07

Total Pages: 524

ISBN-13: 9780341775607

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Hours of Henry VIII
The Hours of Henry VIII

Author: Roger S. Wieck

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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A product for the royal court of France, 'The Hours of Henry VIII' created around 1500 by Jean Poyet

Translocations
Translocations

Author: Bénédicte Savoy

Publisher: Transcript Publishing

Published: 2021-02

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9783837653366

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Discussions about historical appropriation practices for cultural assets in the context of their associated relocation are highly topical and widely reflected across different academic disciplines. Contributions to this volume address the people involved, the related traumas, discourses, gestures, techniques, and representations.

The Fall of the House of Savoy
The Fall of the House of Savoy

Author: Robert Katz

Publisher:

Published: 1971

Total Pages: 494

ISBN-13:

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"Robert Katz surveys the entire history of the dynasty, concentrating especially on the forty-six year reign of Victor Emmanuel III...Katz give a full account of the uninspired reign of the pathetic little king, a reign which left a power vacuum that encouraged rule by parliamentary dictatorship. He draws a fascinating picture of the complex relationship between Victor Emmanuel and Mussolini and shows how this relationship was largely responsible for Italy's destiny in World War II. Finally, he probes the many reasons for the ultimate downfall of the House of Savoy -- the political climate, the personalities, the unwillingness of the Savoys to lead or govern. His spellbinding story mounts in steady crescendo to its tragic climax with the flight of the royal family from the Germans following Italy's surrender to the Allies." -- Book jacket.