The Holy Roman Empire
By James Bryce
Published by MacMillan And Co Limited: London 1913
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James Bryce's classic study The Holy Roman Empire remains one of the most authoritative and enduring works on medieval European history and political thought. In this extensively revised 1913 edition, Bryce traces the empire's evolution from the age of Charlemagne through its decline and eventual dissolution under Napoleon. Blending rigorous scholarship with lucid prose, he examines how the concept of a universal Christian empire shaped European governance, law, and identity over a millennium. The inclusion of three folding maps and a detailed chronological table of events enhances its historical depth and accessibility.
Bryce's work stands as both a narrative history and a philosophical inquiry into the persistence of the Roman ideal in Western civilization. His balanced treatment of religious, imperial, and national forces makes this volume a cornerstone of historical literature. This 1913 Macmillan edition, attractively bound in blue cloth with gilt emblems, will appeal to collectors of early modern history, scholars of European political development, and admirers of classic historical analysis.
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Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Bookplate present. Pages clean and well presented with solid binding and no loose pages. Many pages uncut. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 19.5cm x 14cm x 4cm - 571 Pages
