The Grand Strategy of Philip II
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The Grand Strategy of Philip II
ISBN: 9780300082739
Publication Date: 11 March 2000
This fascinating book is the first to analyze how Philip II of Spain ruled the first global empire in history, from 1556 to his death in 1598. Geoffrey Parker investigates the strengths and weaknesses of Philip's strategic vision, the priorities that underlay his policies, the practices and prejudices that influenced his decision making, and the external factors that affected the achievement of his goals.