Description
Book SynopsisWhile historians of medieval Spain have been unanimous in acknowledging the significance of Infante Manuel’s impact on the reign of his brother, Alfonso X, the Wise, and the rise to power of his nephew, Sancho IV, none have attempted a biography of his life, convinced there was insufficient material to justify the endeavour. Systematic and persistent research over many years, however, has uncovered a profusion of facts and figures which, together with the evidence discovered in numerous unedited archival documents, effectively establishes the prince as a major player during Alfonso’s troubled rule.
This is the first and only book-length biography of Prince Manuel, the progenitor of the longest ruling dynasty in the history of Spain. In his capacity as the monarch’s closest advisor, Manuel assiduously maintained critical working relationships with the most notable leaders of his age, including James I and Peter III of Aragon, Louis IX and Philippe III of F
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"Kinkade’s archival work and analysis are of undeniable value, and he has woven them into a historical narrative that is clear and at times quite lively. Most importantly, he demonstrates how Infante Manuel exerted diplomatic influence not only in the Iberian kingdoms, but on a larger Mediterranean stage that included the pope, the count of Savoy, and the sovereigns of England, France, Sicily, and Tunis. Ultimately, this book is a worthy capstone to Kinkade’s legacy as a scholar of medieval Iberia." -- Anita Savo, Boston University * Speculum *
Table of Contents
Introduction 1. The Early Years: 1234–1252 2. The Royal Court in Seville: 1252–1259 3. The Papal Curia in Anagni: 1259–1260 4. Dominion in Murcia and the “Tierra de Don Manuel”: 1260–1272 5. Revolt of the Nobles and Last Pretense of Empire: 1272–1275 6. The House of Savoy: 1275 7. Problems of Succession: 1276–1282 8. The Rebellion of 1282–1284 Epilogue Documentary Appendix Abbreviations Bibliography Appendices Analytical Index
