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The Grand Strategy of Philip II

Paperback • 2000 • English

The Grand Strategy of Philip II

By Geoffrey Parker

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About the book

This fascinating book is highly original, in that it specifically analyses how Philip II of Spain ruled the first global empire in history, from 1556 to his death in 1598. Geoffrey Parker investigates the strengths and weaknesses of Philip's strategic vision, the priorities that underlay his policies, the practices and prejudices that influenced his decision-making, and the external factors that affected the achievement of his goals.Geoffrey Parker is Andreas Dorpalen Professor of History at The...Show more

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ISBN

9780300082739

Publisher

Yale University Press

Published year

2000

Language

English

Original title

The Grand Strategy of Philip II

Format

Paperback

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