Eleanor Of Aquitaine

By Charles B. Reed

Book Overview

""Eleanor of Aquitaine"" by Charles B. Reed is a comprehensive biography of one of the most powerful and influential women in medieval Europe. Eleanor was the queen consort of both France and England, and her life was marked by political intrigue, scandal, and adventure. Born into a wealthy and powerful family in the south of France, Eleanor married Louis VII of France at a young age, but their marriage was fraught with difficulties. After an annulment, Eleanor married Henry II of England, with whom she had eight children, including Richard the Lionheart and King John. Throughout her life, Eleanor was involved in politics and diplomacy, and she played a crucial role in the power struggles between the French and English monarchies. Reed's biography draws on a wealth of historical sources to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this remarkable woman, exploring her personal relationships, her political ambitions, and her enduring legacy. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, women's history, or the complex interplay between power and gender in the Middle Ages.An Account Of The Times And Life Of Eleanor Of Aquitaine And The Birth Of Romanticism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163177512
• ISBN13: 9781163177518
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"