Vauban and the French Military Under Louis XIV - by Jean-Denis G G Lepage (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A man of inventiveness, versatility and reformist ideas, Marshal Sebastien Le Preste de Vauban built a formidable ring of fortresses to protect France's national frontiers. More than just a fortification designer, Vauban was also a gifted economist, author, and political strategist. This book tells the complete story of Vauban's exceptional career, placing him within the framework of Louis XIV's reign and revealing his lasting influences in France and other nations. With the aid of numerous detailed drawings, 17th century bastioned fortification, artillery, and seige warfare are described in detail. Vauban's fortifications that are still standing today are particularly highlighted.

Review Quotes

"well laid out and lavishly illustrated...a fine book...the best book I've come across on Vauban in the English language...pack in an enormous amount of information copiously illustrated, encompass a diverse range of fortification aspects and will grace the shelves of any fortification enthusiast"-Casemate; "the book is well laid out and lavishly illustrated...if you only have one book about Vauban then this is it...a fine book...the best book I've come across on Vauban in the English language"-FORT-The International Journal of Fortifications and Military Architecture.

About the Author

Historian, writer and illustrator Jean-Denis G.G. Lepage is the author of numerous books. His interests include World War II and medieval and French history. He lives in Groningen, Netherlands.