On 25 January 1474, Charles the Bold, duke of Burgundy, appeared before his subjects in Dijon. Robed in silk, gold and precious jewels and wearing a headpiece that gave the illusion of a crown, he made a speech in which he cryptically expressed his desire to become a king. Three years later, Charles was killed at the battle of Nancy, an event that plunged the Great Principality of Burgundy into chaos. This book, innovative and essential, not only explores Burgundian history and hi...
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Introduction
1 The splendours of the Burgundian court, or the limits of symbolic communication
2 Nobles in need of love and recognition
3 Opportunism and ethics in politic...
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Elodie Lecuppre-Desjardin is Professor of Medieval History at Lille University (IRHi S, IUF)