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L’histoire de Jean-Baptiste de La Quintinie ressemble à un improbable virage de carrière devenu révolution horticole. Né en 1626, rien ne le destine à cultiver des légumes pour un roi. Il étudie le droit, devient avocat, puis accompagne un magistrat lors de voyages en Italie. C’e ... Show More
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Cette formule désigne une stratégie d’influence où la religion chrétienne — symbolisée par la croix — est utilisée comme outil politique et diplomatique. Autrement dit, on ne se contente pas d’évangéliser : on s’appuie sur la diffusion du christianisme pour étendre son influence, ... Show More
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