The Italian Wars Volume 1 & 2 (PDF Edition)

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This two-volume set explores the dramatic opening decades of the Italian Wars (1494–1559), a series of conflicts that reshaped Renaissance Europe and transformed the art of war.

Volume 1: The Expedition of Charles VIII into Italy and the Battle of Fornovo (1495) recounts the French king’s audacious invasion and the bloody clash on the banks of the Taro River. Drawing on contemporary Italian and French sources, it reconstructs the composition of the armies, their weapons, armour, and heraldry, immersing readers in the chaos of a battle where both sides claimed victory.
Volume 2: The League of Cambrai (1508–1516) charts the great shifting alliances of Europe as France, Venice, the Papacy, Spain, and the Empire fought for dominance in northern Italy. It examines the key battles of Agnadello, Ravenna, and Marignano, analysing military structures, casualties, and the heraldry of captains and states, supported by chronicles and iconographic evidence.
Richly illustrated with colour plates, charts, and heraldic studies, this series brings to life the commanders, armies, and battles of the Italian Wars, offering both a vivid narrative and a rigorous reference for enthusiasts and scholars alike.