Early Modern France

Early Modern France is the portion of French history that falls in the early modern period from the mid 15th century to the end of the 18th century (or from the French Renaissance to the eve of the French Revolution). During this period France evolved from a feudal country to an increasingly centralized state (albeit with many regional differences) organized around a powerful absolute monarchy which relied on the doctrine of the Divine Right of Kings and the explicit support of the established Church.

Related Topics:
French history - Early modern period - French Renaissance - French Revolution - Feudal - Absolute monarchy - Divine Right of Kings - Established Church

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