World Monarchies and DynastiesThroughout history, royal dynasties have dominated countries and empires around the world. Kings, queens, emperors, chiefs, pharaohs, czars - whatever title they ruled by, monarchs have shaped institutions, rituals, and cultures in every time period and every corner of the globe. The concept of monarchy originated in prehistoric times and evolved over centuries right up to the present. Efforts to overthrow monarchies or evade their rule - such as the American, French, Chinese, and Russian revolutions - are considered turning points in world history. Even today, many countries retain their monarchies, although in vastly reduced form with little political power. One cannot understand human history and government without understanding monarchs and monarchies. This fully-illustrated encyclopedia provides the first complete survey of all the major rulers and ruling families of the world, past and present. No other reference work approaches the topic with the same sense of magnitude or connection to historical context. Arranged in A-Z format for ease of access, World Monarchies and Dynasties includes information on major monarchs and dynasties from ancient time to the present. This set: includes overviews of reigns and successions, genealogical charts, and dynastic timelines; addresses concepts, problems, and theories of monarchy; provides background and information for further research; highlights important places, structures, symbols, events, and legends related to particular monarchs and dynasties; includes a master bibliography and multiple indexes. |
From inside the book
Results 1-5 of 79
Page 3
... attempts to strengthen the Ottoman Empire's international position, he was unable to revitalize the regime and ... attempted invasions by the Frankish king Charlemagne (r. 768–814) in 788 and the Abbasid caliph of Damascus. He also ...
... attempts to strengthen the Ottoman Empire's international position, he was unable to revitalize the regime and ... attempted invasions by the Frankish king Charlemagne (r. 768–814) in 788 and the Abbasid caliph of Damascus. He also ...
Page 7
... attempted encroachments by Greece. In 334 b.c.e., Alexander the Great (r. 336–323 b.c.e.) set out from Greece, conquered Asia Minor, and then marched further eastward into the heart of Persia. Finally, in 330 b.c.e. in a battle with the ...
... attempted encroachments by Greece. In 334 b.c.e., Alexander the Great (r. 336–323 b.c.e.) set out from Greece, conquered Asia Minor, and then marched further eastward into the heart of Persia. Finally, in 330 b.c.e. in a battle with the ...
Page 20
... attempted an insurrection. The rebellion failed, but Akbar realized that a return to accepted Islamic belief and behavior was necessary if he wished to retain his rule. He thus returned to more conventional religious practice. During ...
... attempted an insurrection. The rebellion failed, but Akbar realized that a return to accepted Islamic belief and behavior was necessary if he wished to retain his rule. He thus returned to more conventional religious practice. During ...
Page 90
You have reached your viewing limit for this book.
You have reached your viewing limit for this book.
Page 113
You have reached your viewing limit for this book.
You have reached your viewing limit for this book.
Other editions - View all
Common terms and phrases
Alexander ancient army Asia Assyria attempted authority battle became began beginning British brother called capital central century Charles China Chinese Christian civil claim conquered conquest continued court Crown culture daughter death defeated died divine dynasty early East Edward Egypt emperor Empire England English established Europe European eventually father followed forces founded France French FURTHER READING gained German Greek heir Henry Holy Roman House imperial important independence India Islamic Italy king kingdom kingship known land later leader Louis marriage married Mary military monarch Muslim named nobles northern period Persian political Press prince Queen region reign religious remained returned Roman Roman Empire royal rule ruler served southern Spain succeeded succession successor sultan territory throne throughout tion took trade tradition University Western York