History of the German People From the First Authentic Annals to the Present

Edward S. Ellis, Augustus R. Keller

ISBN 10: 1330853040 / ISBN 13: 9781330853047

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book narrates the turbulent period in medieval German history known as the Great Interregnum, a time of disorder, violence, and political upheaval following the death of Emperor Frederick II in 1250. The author, an acclaimed historian, delves into the complex interplay of imperial politics, papal influence, and territorial ambitions that shaped this chaotic era. The book meticulously examines the reigns of various claimants to the German throne, the rise and fall of powerful princes, and the impact of external forces on the empire's stability. This book stands as a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the fascinating and tumultuous period in German history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: History of the German People From the First Authentic Annals to the Present
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330853040
• ISBN 13: 9781330853047
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Medieval History of Europe

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Synopsis

Chart the rise and fall of German power from the late medieval throne to the early modern state, with clear, accessible history.

This volume covers the political development of the Renaissance era in Germany, 1256–1519. It traces the long arc from the chaotic Interregnum to the emergence of new royal and imperial structures, and it explains how rulers, the church, and the states around them shaped the period.

The book blends narrative with analysis to show how power shifted, how alliances formed and broke, and how major events and leaders influenced German history during a time of change.

• Explore the struggle between emperors, princes, and the church as they defined sovereignty and governance.
• Meet pivotal figures and learn how their actions redirected political power.
• See how the era’s conflicts and reforms set the stage for later European history.
• Get a clear sense of the period’s key events and their lasting impact.

Ideal for readers of history who want a focused, readable account of Germany’s medieval-to-early‑modern political development.