Philip Mansel, author, ‘Louis XIV, Britain and the Battle for Europe, from Ireland to the Ukraine’
Event Type: Branch
Takes Place: 12th January 2027
Time: 7.30pm
Venue: Ealing Green Church, The Green, W5 5QT
Description: Philip Mansel, author of King of the World: the life of Louis XIV, (2019) recounts Britain's critical role in the battle to prevent Louis XIV from dominating Europe. The relations between Louis XIV, William III and Marlborough show Britain’s role at the heart of the diplomatic, dynastic and cultural systems then dominating Europe. The styles of Versailles conquered Britain as well as the rest of Europe. Europe is behind us as well as in front of us
How to book: No need to book, though bookings through Eventbrite are eligible for a post-event recording of the talk
Price: Members & students free; visitors £5
Tel: 07922046578
Email: philipgwoods@outlook.com
Website: https://ealinghistory.org.uk/
Organiser: Ealing Branch HA
Lecturer: Dr Philip Mansel
Region: London
Branch: Ealing