Philip II. of Spain by Martin A. S. Hume
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"Philip II. of Spain" by Martin A. S. Hume is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines the life and reign of Philip II, a monarch whose rule profoundly influenced European politics and the Catholic Church. The book focuses on Philip as a statesman, discussing his ambitious goals, failures, and the context of his actions within the complex political landscape of his time. The opening of the
book sets the stage for understanding Philip II's tragic failures despite his considerable intellect and hard work. Hume discusses Philip's upbringing, including his education and early influences, which were crucial in shaping his character and leadership style. The text argues that Philip struggled under the weight of inherited expectations from his unique lineage and the complexities of the vast Spanish empire, ultimately leading to a series of disappointments that marked his reign. The author presents Philip not just as a ruler but as an individual entangled in the larger narrative of European history, destined for greatness but ultimately achieving a legacy of loss and futile ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hume, Martin A. S. (Martin Andrew Sharp), 1847-1910 |
|---|---|
| Title | Philip II. of Spain |
| Credits |
Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Spain -- History -- Philip II, 1556-1598 |
| Subject | Philip II, King of Spain, 1527-1598 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50261 |
| Release Date | Oct 20, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 925 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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