Binding: Paperback
Description: The Italian Wars 1494 1559 outlines the major impact that these wars had not just on the history of Italy but on the history of Europe as a whole. It provides the first detailed account of the entire course of the wars covering all the campaigns and placing the military conflicts in their political diplomatic social and economic contexts. Throughout the book new developments in military tactics the composition of armies the balance between infantry and cavalry and the use of firearms are described and analysed. How Italians of all sectors of society reacted to the wars and the inevitable political and social change that they brought about is also examined offering a view of the wars from a variety of perspectives. Fully updated and containing a range of maps as well as a brand - new chapter on propaganda and images of war this second edition of The Italian Wars 1494 1559 is essential reading for all students of Renaissance and military history.
Title: The Italian Wars 1494 - 1559 War State And Society In Early Modern Europe
Author(s): Mallett Michael
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781138739048
Pages: 408 Pages, 2 Line Drawings, Black And White
Publication Date: 11/6/2018
Series: Modern Wars In Perspective
Category: Military History