History behind the headlines: Trump's win – parallels with the past
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Historical Reflections on Power and Spectacle
This chapter reflects on recent US election results while drawing parallels to the medieval and Tudor courts, discussing the dynamics of favor and disfavor. It also highlights the Tudor revolution in government and features the extravagant cultural significance of the Burgundian court through historical examples like the Feast of the Pheasant.
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