The Van Arteveldes of Ghent: the Varieties of Vendetta and the Hero in History - 1st Edition/1st Printing
first edition Hardcover
1988 · Ithaca, NY
by Nicholas, David
Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0801421497 . A Fine first Edition/First Printing in a mildly scuffed alike dust-jacket; A.The Van Arteveldes of Ghent tells the story of a family of merchants and bankers who lived in Ghent, Belgium in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The Van Arteveldes were one of the most important families in Flanders, and their wealth and influence allowed them to play a role in the politics and history of their time. The book explores the variety of vendettas that the Van Arteveldes were involved in, as well as the heroism of the family members who fought in them. The book is a fascinating look at the history of Flanders and the role of the merchant class in medieval Europe.; 8vo; 212 pages; Price? ? ? . (Inventory #: 56197)