The Thirty Years' War, 1618-1648
By Samuel Rawson Gardiner
Length8h 47m
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In "The Thirty Years' War, 1618-1648," Samuel Rawson Gardiner presents a meticulous and expansive historical analysis of one of Europe's most devastating conflicts. Gardiner employs a scholarly narrative style that weaves together primary sources and contemporaneous accounts, offering readers an in-depth exploration of the political, social, and religious dimensions of the war. He contextualizes the war not only as a series of battles but as a transformative period in European history that tested allegiances and ideologies, ultimately reshaping the continent's political landscape. Samuel Rawson Gardiner, a renowned English historian and member of the Royal Historical Society, dedicated much of his academic career to the study of the English Civil War and its broader European implications. His profound understanding of the historical ramifications of this tumultuous era is informed by his extensive research and robust scholarship. Gardiner's ability to synthesize complex historical events into coherent narratives stems from his background in law and history, allowing him to approach historical events analytically and comprehensively. This seminal work is highly recommended for history enthusiasts and scholars alike, as it provides a thorough understanding of the Thirty Years' War, its causes, and its consequences. Gardiner's insightful analysis and engaging prose make this book an essential resource for anyone interested in early modern European history, the interplay of religious and political conflicts, and the legacy of warfare.
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Publish dateNov 21, 2022
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Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3CONTENTS.
4THE THIRTY YEARS' WAR.
5Section I.—Political Institutions of Germany.
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6Section II.—Protestantism in Germany.
7Section III.—Reaction against Protestantism.
8Section IV.—Three Parties and Three Leaders.
9Section I.—The House of Austria and its Subjects.
10Section II.—The Revolution at Prague.
11Section III.—The War in Bohemia.
12Section IV.—Ferdinand on his Defence.
13Section I.—The Attack upon Frederick.
14Section II.—The War in the Upper Palatinate.
15Section III.—Frederick's Allies.
16Section IV.—The Fight for the Lower Palatinate.
17Section I.—Mansfeld's March into the Netherlands.
18Section II.—Christian of Brunswick in Lower Saxony.
19Section III.—Danger of the Lower Saxon Circle.
20Section IV.—England and France.
21Section V.—Rise of Richelieu.
22Section I.—Christian IV. and Gustavus Adolphus.
23Section II.—English Diplomacy.
24Section III.—Wallenstein's Armament.
25Section IV.—Defeat of Mansfeld and Christian IV.
26Section I.—Fresh Successes of Wallenstein.
27Section II.—Resistance to Wallenstein in the Empire.
28Section III.—The Siege of Stralsund.
29Section IV.—The Siege of Rochelle.
30Section I.—Oppression of the Protestants.
31Section II.—French Intervention in Italy.
32Section III.—Wallenstein deprived of his Command.
33Section IV.—The Swedes establish themselves on the Coast of the Baltic.
34Section V.—The Fall of Magdeburg.
35Section I.—Alliance between the Swedes and the Saxons.
36Section II.—The Battle of Breitenfeld.
37Section III.—March of Gustavus into South Germany.
38Section IV.—Wallenstein's Restoration to Command.
39Section V.—The Struggle between Gustavus and Wallenstein.
40Section VI.—The Battle of Lützen.
41Section I.—French Influence in Germany.
42Section II.—Wallenstein's Attempt to dictate Peace.
43Section III.—Resistance to Wallenstein's Plans.
44Section IV.—Assassination of Wallenstein.
45Section V.—Imperialist Victories and the Treaty of Prague.
46Section I.—Open Intervention of France.
47Section II.—Spanish Successes.
48Section III.—The Struggle for Alsace.
49Section IV.—French Successes.
50Section V.—Aims and Character of Richelieu.
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