XIV. The power competition of Louis and Lipót I in the light of the Theatrum Europaeum

The main theme of the book is an analysis of the rivalry of power between the two great powers of the 17th century, France and the Habsburg Monarchy, and then the balance of power. Theatrum Europaeum, one of the most important early modern newspapers, provides a background for all this. The Theatrum Europaeum reports in the most detailed, understandable and interesting style about the representational and ceremonial events and everyday life of the Paris and Vienna courtyards, as well as other curiosities of the given year. As a result, he takes his readers behind the scenes of drier historical events, making him a part of them, an observer of them. In addition to the description of wars, battles and peace agreements, the volume, which is also rich in diplomatic and art history, gives an idea of the luxurious coronation and wedding ceremonies, the related fireworks, ballet and opera performances, and the two rulers. design. Thanks to its reading style, the book may be of interest not only to historians but also to the average reader.