Vanished Kingdoms
Book • 2009
In 'Vanished Kingdoms', Norman Davies explores the history of numerous European states that have disappeared over time.
The book delves into the unique stories of entities like the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the Kingdom of Two Sicilies, and the various iterations of Burgundy.
Davies examines the political, cultural, and military factors that led to their rise and fall.
The book also reflects on how the memory of these lost kingdoms persists in modern Europe.
It serves as a reminder of the ever-changing nature of political boundaries and national identities.
The book delves into the unique stories of entities like the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the Kingdom of Two Sicilies, and the various iterations of Burgundy.
Davies examines the political, cultural, and military factors that led to their rise and fall.
The book also reflects on how the memory of these lost kingdoms persists in modern Europe.
It serves as a reminder of the ever-changing nature of political boundaries and national identities.
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