Martyrs and Murderers: The Guise Family and the Making of Europe

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The pre-eminent political and religious power-brokers of sixteenth-century France, the Guises family included in their number both Mary Queen of Scots and Catherine de Medici. This is the first comprehensive account of their remarkable story, and their influence on one of Europe's most turbulent and formative eras.

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Published
03/09/2009

Publisher
Oxford University Press

ISBN
9780199229079

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It is a perfect balance between academic and popular history writing. The Independent on Sunday 'Martyrs and Murderers' - about the Guise in 16th century France - is fine scholarship but as exciting as a Mafia thriller. Simon Sebag Montefiore, Evening Standard What more can one ask of a history book. Peter Gwyn, Times Higher Education Carroll guides readers through its twists and turns with aplomb. Nick Rennison, Sunday Times Entertaining. The Economist This book is a fascinating read for all those gripped by historical tales of derring-do. Penny Roberts, BBC History Magazine Carroll recreates a world of intrigue, loyalty and betrayal...A fascinating read for all gripped by historical tales of derring-do. Penny Roberts, BBC History Magazine The wider international context of the Guise family is expertly presented alongside the minutiae of their daily lives. Penny Roberts, BBC History Magazine 'Martyrs and Murderers' is an inspiring demonstration of how good history can also be splendid entertainment. Peter Marshall, Literary Review Its characters are convincingly and empathetically drawn, its battle scenes wonderfully evocative. Peter Marshall, Literary Review