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Real Lives in the Sixteenth Century presents a global history through eight biographical narratives spanning four continents, comparing similar situations across different geographical regions during the 1500s. The book pairs prominent historical figures including Henry IV of France with Hideyoshi of Japan, Hurrem Sultan of the Ottoman Empire with Lady Zheng of the Ming Dynasty, Afonso I of Kongo with Elizabeth I of England, and Pope Clement VII with Moctezuma II of Mexico. These vibrant narratives encourage readers to explore how power, culture and governance operated across diverse societies during this pivotal era. By examining the lives of rulers, sultans and leaders from Europe, Asia and Africa, the book fosters comparative thinking and challenges Eurocentric perspectives on sixteenth-century history. Ideal for students and history enthusiasts seeking to understand the interconnected nature of global civilisation during the Renaissance and early modern period.

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Real Lives in the Sixteenth Century uses eight biographical narratives from four continents to illustrate how similar historical situations unfolded in different cultural and geographical contexts.

The book pairs Henry IV of France with Hideyoshi of Japan, allowing readers to compare European and Asian political leadership during the same historical period.

Hurrem Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and Lady Zheng of the Ming Dynasty feature prominently, highlighting the roles and influence of women in sixteenth-century power structures.

Afonso I of Kongo and Elizabeth I of England appear alongside European and African rulers, expanding the geographical scope beyond Western Europe.

Pope Clement VII and Moctezuma II of Mexico demonstrate how spiritual and political authority operated in vastly different societies across the sixteenth century.

Published by Routledge, this academic text encourages critical thinking about global history rather than adopting narrow, region-specific perspectives.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
24 April 2018
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22 April 2017

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