The Struggle for Influence at the Court of Philip Iii: Pierre de La Broce and the French Aristocracy

Jordan attempts to reconstruct the career of the royal chamberlain Pierre de la Broce and aristocratic perceptions of his power in the court of King Philip III. Numerous sources permit an exploration of Pierre's relations with the nobility as well as the causes of his fall from power.

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Published in:French historical studies 2001-08, Vol.24 (3), p.439-468
Main Author: Jordan, William Chester
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
de la Broce, Pierre
European History
European Studies
History
Pre-Modern Studies
Royalty
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Summary:Jordan attempts to reconstruct the career of the royal chamberlain Pierre de la Broce and aristocratic perceptions of his power in the court of King Philip III. Numerous sources permit an exploration of Pierre's relations with the nobility as well as the causes of his fall from power.
ISSN:0016-1071
1527-5493
DOI:10.1215/00161071-24-3-439