From Louis XIV to Napoleon: The Fate of a Great Power[ FROM LOUIS XIV TO NAPOLEON: THE FATE OF A GREAT POWER ] by Black, Jeremy (Author ) on Jul-01-1999 Paperback
Despite France"s dominance of the period, after the death of Louis XIV and Napoleon"s defeat at Waterloo, France appeared to be a failing power. This text examines the period, considering why France was not more successful and considering international relations.