This 1999 book is a serious study of Henry IV's relationship with
the towns of France, and offers an in-depth analysis of a crucial
aspect of his craft of kingship. Set in the context of the later
Wars of Religion, it examines Henry's achievement in reforging an
alliance with the towns by comparing his relationship with Catholic
League, royal and Protestant towns. Annette Finley-Croswhite
focuses on the symbiosis of three key issues: legitimacy, clientage
and absolutism. Henry's pursuit of political legitimacy and his
success at winning the support of his urban subjects is traced over
the course of his reign. Clientage is examined to show how Henry
used patron-client relations to win over the towns and promote
acceptance of his rule. By restoring legitimacy to the monarchy,
Henry not only ended the religious wars but also strengthened the
authority of the crown and laid the foundations of absolutism.
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