Elliott J. Huntley Libri

Don Gaspar de Guzmán, Count-Duke of Olivares (1587-1645), was the chief minister and favorite of Philip IV of Spain, guiding the nation during a pivotal period marked by the Thirty Years' War. His tenure was characterized by efforts to maintain Spanish dominance amid perceptions of decline and the erosion of traditional power structures. The narrative of his political career unfolds as an epic struggle against this decline, culminating in personal tragedy and national disaster. His rivalry with Cardinal Richelieu of France ultimately led to Spain's diminished status as the leading European power. Despite his significant historical impact, previous studies have not thoroughly examined his political ambitions and statesmanship due to the scale of the task and challenges in sourcing documentation. This comprehensive biography addresses that gap, weaving together Olivares's domestic and foreign policies into a cohesive narrative. Drawing primarily from previously unknown sources, it offers insights into Spain and Europe during the 1620s and 1630s, while also delving into Olivares's complex personality. This elegantly crafted work is a landmark study that will appeal to both specialists and general readers alike.

Let the People See explores and evokes the full story of murder that transfixed and transformed the nation

J.H. Elliott, a renowned expert on the historical period following the Reformation, analyzes in depth themes such as the demarcation between a Protestant Northern Europe and a Catholic Southern Europe in the late 16th century, the prosperous and expansionist economy of the West contrasted with the glaring poverty of the agrarian East, the birth of the Republic of the Netherlands, and the defeat of the Spanish Armada, as well as the confrontation with the Ottoman Empire. This historical period also witnesses a religious opening towards tolerance. During this time, the immense power of the Habsburg dynasty emerges, dominated by the strong personality of Philip II. The Papacy experiences a renewed strengthening of its influence, while Calvinism is associated with figures such as Catherine de' Medici, Queen Elizabeth, Henry IV, and Montaigne. The author's solid and well-constructed narrative style contributes to a vivid authenticity of these charismatic figures, thus immersing the reader in the specific universe of this era of transformations and conflicts.

A comparative portrait of Richelieu and Olivares, as personalities and as statesmen, drawn through study of their policies and their mutual struggle. This book also offers insights into 17th-century Europe and the nature of power and statesmanship.

This Collection Marks The Fiftieth Anniversary Of The Founding In 1958Of The Foreign Correspondents&Rsquo; Association Of South Asia (Fca)&Mdash;Renamed The Foreign Correspondents&Rsquo; Club (Fcc) In 1991.South Asia Is A Specially Favoured Assignment For Foreigncorrespondents Because Of The Immensity Of The Story. It Is A Placewhere Politics And Major Events Unfold On The Streets, Not Just In Closedrooms. This Book, With Its Collection Of Reportage, Comment Andphotographs, Reflects This Story. It Does Not Seek To Cover Every Eventin The Decades Since 1947, But Focuses Instead On Good Writing Andhistoric Moments That Give A Picture Of How Foreign Correspondentshave Reported South Asia Over The Last Fifty Years.Peter Kann&Rsquo;S Pulitzer Prize-Winning Account Of The Fall Of Dacca In1971 And Barbara Crossette&Rsquo;S Eyewitness Report Of Rajiv Gandhi&Rsquo;Sassassination Are Two Justly Celebrated Pieces, But All The Contributionsbring To Life Subjects As Diverse As Tiger Hunts, Religious Fanaticism Andthe Indian Enthusiasm For P.G. Wodehouse. This Illustrated Anthology Of Great Reportage, Analysis, Writing Andstories That Demand Your Attention, Is A Vivid And Valuable &Lsquo;Draft Report&Rsquo;.

A brilliant study of the sudden rise of a barren and isolated country to be the greatest power on earth, and of its equally sudden decline.

Exploring the transformative effects of the discovery of America on European thought, J. H. Elliott examines how traditional European beliefs about geography, theology, and humanity were challenged. The influx of gold and silver from the New World altered global trade dynamics and shifted political power beyond European borders. This reissued classic, coinciding with the 500th anniversary of Columbus's voyage, includes a foreword that highlights its relevance for contemporary readers, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the Old and New Worlds.

Introduction to basic accountancy conepts and practice in the English needed to understand and discuss them

California's north state watershed of the Sacramento Valley is a hidden gem, showcasing diverse natural wonders such as stunning waterfalls, unique wildflowers, and ancient botanical zones. The region features stark mountain ridges and volcanic activity, alongside rich gold rush history. The book details trails for exploring notable sites like Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument and Lassen Volcanic National Park, as well as prime birdwatching locations and extensive trail systems throughout Redding and the surrounding areas.

Der Einfluss Europas auf die neu entdeckte Welt Amerikas ist seit langem ein Thema historischer Faszination. Doch die Auswirkungen dieser Entdeckung und Eroberung auf die europäischen Mächte wurden traditionell weniger beachtet. In diesem wegweisenden Buch zeigt J.H. Elliott, wie traditionelle europäische Annahmen über Geografie, Theologie, Geschichte und die Natur des Menschen durch die Begegnung mit neuen Ländern und Völkern herausgefordert wurden; Handelsbeziehungen weltweit wurden durch einen Zustrom von Gold- und Silberimporten aus Amerika beeinflusst; während politisch die Machtquellen nicht mehr auf europäisches Territorium beschränkt waren. Der 500. Jahrestag von Kolumbus' Entdeckung hat zu einer erneuten Untersuchung der Beziehung zwischen der Alten und der Neuen Welt angeregt; John Elliotts faszinierender und mittlerweile klassischer Bericht wird hier neu aufgelegt.