Cardinal Mazarin

Nonfiction, History, Modern, 17th Century
Cover of the book Cardinal Mazarin by Arthur Hassall, PublishDrive
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Arthur Hassall ISBN: 6610000020331
Publisher: PublishDrive Publication: July 12, 2017
Imprint: Merkaba Press Language: English
Author: Arthur Hassall
ISBN: 6610000020331
Publisher: PublishDrive
Publication: July 12, 2017
Imprint: Merkaba Press
Language: English

It seems inevitable that Mazarin will always suffer by comparison with Richelieu. The latter, who has been described as the greatest political genius which France has ever produced, appeals to the imagination by the firmness and the success of his policy. The ability with which he managed the foreign affairs of France, and his creation of an administrative system which continued to the Kevolution, place Richelieu in the foremost rank of French statesmen. And yet his successor, though less illustrious, equally deserves to stand among those who have contributed most to the greatness of France. What MM. Hanotaux and d’Avenel have done for Richelieu’s memory has been done for Mazarin by M. Chéruel. Hehas made it impossible for us to regard Mazarin as a mere Italian adventurer, or to agree with Michelet that “ he was an unprincipled actor, libertine, and gambler, who subordinated every question of State policy to the meanest regard for his personal interests ; a miser whose glaring avarice was without a single redeeming quality.” It must be remembered that Richelieu advised the choice of Mazarin as his successor, that during the last year of Richelieu’s life Mazarin shared that statesman’s secrets, and that on the latter’s death Mazarin was at once admitted to the Council of State. In M. Chéruel’s opinion, and in that of all competent historians, Richelieu’s choice was fully justified. Unlike Richelieu, Mazarin had an Italian’s love of intrigue and diplomacy and, was always confident of his ability to bend his opponetns to his will. The history of Mazarin from 1643 to 1661 is not only the history of France, but also the history of Europe. The difficulty, therefore, of writing an adequate biography of him is at once apparent. M. Chéruel’s two great works which deal with the period comprise no less than seven volumes, which contain ample materials for forming an estimate of Mazarin’s character and work. In that historian’s opinion Mazarin was an indefatigable and patriotic minister whose fame principally rests upon his success in making France illustrious by her victories and diplomatic triumphs, and in leaving her on his death the leading power in Europe.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

It seems inevitable that Mazarin will always suffer by comparison with Richelieu. The latter, who has been described as the greatest political genius which France has ever produced, appeals to the imagination by the firmness and the success of his policy. The ability with which he managed the foreign affairs of France, and his creation of an administrative system which continued to the Kevolution, place Richelieu in the foremost rank of French statesmen. And yet his successor, though less illustrious, equally deserves to stand among those who have contributed most to the greatness of France. What MM. Hanotaux and d’Avenel have done for Richelieu’s memory has been done for Mazarin by M. Chéruel. Hehas made it impossible for us to regard Mazarin as a mere Italian adventurer, or to agree with Michelet that “ he was an unprincipled actor, libertine, and gambler, who subordinated every question of State policy to the meanest regard for his personal interests ; a miser whose glaring avarice was without a single redeeming quality.” It must be remembered that Richelieu advised the choice of Mazarin as his successor, that during the last year of Richelieu’s life Mazarin shared that statesman’s secrets, and that on the latter’s death Mazarin was at once admitted to the Council of State. In M. Chéruel’s opinion, and in that of all competent historians, Richelieu’s choice was fully justified. Unlike Richelieu, Mazarin had an Italian’s love of intrigue and diplomacy and, was always confident of his ability to bend his opponetns to his will. The history of Mazarin from 1643 to 1661 is not only the history of France, but also the history of Europe. The difficulty, therefore, of writing an adequate biography of him is at once apparent. M. Chéruel’s two great works which deal with the period comprise no less than seven volumes, which contain ample materials for forming an estimate of Mazarin’s character and work. In that historian’s opinion Mazarin was an indefatigable and patriotic minister whose fame principally rests upon his success in making France illustrious by her victories and diplomatic triumphs, and in leaving her on his death the leading power in Europe.

More books from PublishDrive

Cover of the book Little Novels by Wilkie Collins - Delphi Classics (Illustrated) by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book DIY Homemade Lip Balms by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book What Happened Last Halloween Night by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book Heathercat by Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated) by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book English Russian Bible II by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book Floufla the Rebellious Pig by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book Pellucidar by Edgar Rice Burroughs - Delphi Classics (Illustrated) by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book How to Make $2,000 Selling A Month Clothes on eBay by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book A sokszívű by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book Indian Instant Pot Cookbook by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book A szabadok testvérisége by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book The Little Minister by J. M. Barrie - Delphi Classics (Illustrated) by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book Hunting His Omega by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book The Witch by Arthur Hassall
Cover of the book The Village of Hide and Seek by Arthur Hassall
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy