The formation of the royal state

The collection "A Personal History of France" is the result of an editorial initiative with the Presses Universitaires de France and the Library Sound Frémaux (which also broadcasts audio CD boxes of the same authors and the same subjects). The objective of this series in 7 volumes is to provide the reader chronologically, simple, precise and concise elements that will enable him to understand its history, that of the construction on the very long term (more than 2000 years) the identity of his country.

In "The Time of the Capetians" (tenth to the fourteenth century), volume 2 of the series, Claude Gauvard takes guideline for the changes that will do the kings of the Franks true kings of France, relying on more institutions more robust and effective, a hierarchical society, a very rapidly growing population (multiplied by 3 over the period) and a tremendous economic dynamism. The personality of the great kings, Philip Augustus or St. Louis is also mentioned.

The book, the paperback has a very beautiful cover and a beautiful paper.