Maria de Padilla [Spanish]

By Antonio Montero Alcaide

Mar?a de Padilla, through her relationship with Pedro I, occupies a prominent place in the history of Castile. At first, her encounter with Don Pedro seemed to follow the conventional pattern of relations between kings and favorites. However, no one could have imagined the tragic outcome of Pedro I's reign, nor the events that were triggered by his bond with Do?a Mar?a, despite the monarch's renowned determination and strong character. This book explores the life of Mar?a de Padilla as a decisive historical character, whose influence not only profoundly marked the life of Pedro I, but also shaped the course of his reign. In short, whether she was queen or not, Do?a Mar?a reigned in the history of Castile. A captivating story that transports us to a time full of intrigues, passions and decisions that changed the destiny of a kingdom. This work is a tribute to an exceptional woman who left her indelible mark on the history of Spain.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: Spanish
• ISBN: 8410520524
• ISBN13: 9788410520523
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Almuzara
• Length: 504 Pages