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Henry IV of Germany 1056–1106

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This is the first book in English devoted to the German king and emperor Henry IV (1056–1106), whose reign was one of the most momentous in German history and a turning-point in the history of the medieval empire (the kingdoms of Germany, Italy and Burgundy). The reign was marked by continuous rebellions and fluctuating fortune. Earlier monarchs had also witnessed conflict between crown and aristocracy, but Henry IV's reign differed in that his conflicts could never be definitively resolved either by negotiation or by war. During the 1070s the young king gained a lasting reputation for tyranny, while his assertion of the crown's traditional rights over the imperial church aroused papal opposition. The alliance between the German princes and the papacy haunted Henry IV for the rest of his life. He meanwhile, by turns opportunist and compromiser, dedicated himself at all times to preserving the traditional rights of the monarchy.

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0521545900
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Cambridge University Press
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December 4, 2003
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'… a well-written and convincing appraisal, one which will surely be authoritative for a long time …'. The Heythrop Journal

'… a very readable and sane account of Henry's long and difficult reign…'. English Historical Review

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A study of the reign of the German king and emperor Henry IV (1056–1106).

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press (December 4, 2003)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 420 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521545900
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521545907
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.34 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.05 x 9 inches

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Brian Wayne Wells

Henry IV as a Victim of his Times

Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2015

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This is the biography of Henry IV, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire originally published by Cambridge University Press in 1999. Henry IV was the third Emperor (1056-1106) from the House of Franconia. Henry IV was the grandson of Conrad II, the first Emperor (1024-1039) from the House of Franconia.

Henry was banned and deposed by Pope Gregory VII (Saint Gregory). Threatened by his own nobles with election of another King of Germany, Henry IV was forced to do penance at Canossa, in Lombardy, Italy in 1077. Henry IV was a victim of his times. He was to reign over the time when the Pope became the master of the Church and would render kings and the Emperor himself as nothing more than figureheads. This was an exciting book to read.

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Fabio Daziano

The biography of a men protagonist (or victim?) of the change of time

Reviewed in Italy on October 10, 2021

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What can I say? that is the only Henry IV's biography in english language, that can be read by people of all the world: there is no book about him in italian (i hope in a future translation!), and is an essentian book for understand the point of view of imperial side in the war against the papacy (where there is a lot of literature about that side).

The temporal division of the chapters are a good choice for the subject matter, and the language used by the author is clear and technically right, and can be read by normal (with a good knowledge of the historical context) and specialists people. There are many notes for possible further study.

In the final part I'm upset that is not translate in other language: Henry IV is a key figure in the history of XI and XII centuries, and people like Frederick II cannot be understood without the turning point represented by the evenemential history set out there.

Only criticism: the price is too high. However, thanks Mr. Robinson for your work.
PS: grazie Amazon per la stampa fatta a Torino, senza costringere un povero corriere a correre dall'Irlanda all'Italia per consegnare il libro ;-)

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Worth and necessary

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 17, 2017

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Four stars because it is worthy, and necessary. I understand that no biography of Henry IV in English has existed before, so it is necessary. Its denseness and solidity is testimony to the amount of work and research that has gone into it. So it is worthy. I should have thought it will be vital reading for any student of the period and of the subject.

Why not five stars then? Because it is no page-turner. It lacks the great historian`s panache and readability and 'distance'.. Paragraphs are long and unremitting. The author knows everything, but it tends to swamp us rather than refresh us. I have a bit of a conscience writing this, because I too write history books, and have suffered from adverse reviews. But, like me, I hope the author will relish the good bits, and learn from the bad bits. I wish him well.

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lara fiorani

Fascinating study

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 22, 2017

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Brilliant study for anyone interested in European medieval history. It attempts to get through the Church and imperial propaganda and throw a fresh light on one of the most complex European rulers. Thoroughly recommended.

Bruno Vlieghe

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 2, 2021

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This book has the venerable feel of a lifetime of scholarship condensed in one heroic effort, and is no doubt of great scientific value.
Sadly, "condensed" is the key word. It is so packed with facts and details that to me - I like to describe myself as a knowledgeable reader, but I am no history professional - it became a prime example of losing the wood for the trees. I don't usually shy away from a bit of meat, so I went in for the fight. But after 80 or so pages, I surrendered, feeling utterly disappointed. For all his knowledge, Mr. Robinson is no storyteller.

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