Vauban and the French military under Louis XIV : an illustrated history of fortifications and strategies / Jean-Denis G.G. Lepage.

Contents 1. The reign of Louis XIV and Vauban's life and career -- 2. Artillery and engineering corps -- 3. Siege warfare -- 4. Vauban's bastioned fortifications -- 5. France fortified by Vauban -- Vauban's Oisivetés.
Abstract "Vauban built a formidable ring of fortresses to protect France's national frontiers and was also a gifted economist, author, and political strategist. Covers his exceptional career (within the background of Louis XIV's reign) and lasting influences in France and other nations, with illustrations of 17th century bastioned fortification, artillery, and seige warfare contributions, some still standing"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2009034538
ISBN9780786444014 (softcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0786444010 (softcover : alk. paper)