Judicial Politics and Urban Revolt in Seventeenth-Century France

Discover the intricate dynamics of power and resistance in Judicial Politics and Urban Revolt in Seventeenth-Century France by Sharon Kettering, published by Princeton University Press in 2015. This insightful work spans 384 pages and shifts the focus from the well-trodden narratives surrounding the Parlement of Paris to the unique experiences of high court judges in Aix-en-Provence. Kettering expertly illuminates the underlying causes of resistance to royal authority, offering a fresh perspective on the pivotal role of provincial officials during the tumultuous revolts of the seventeenth century. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of politics, governance, and judicial power in early modern France.