Queens of the Age of Chivalry: England's Medieval Queens, Volume Three [Hardc...

Description: Queens of the Age of Chivalry: England's Medieval Queens, Volume Three [Hardc... Product Overview Format: Hardcover Packed with dramatic true stories from one of European history’s most romantic and turbulent eras, this epic narrative chronicles the five vividly rendered queens of the Plantagenet kings who ruled England between 1299 and 1399.“A thorough and illuminating survey of the Plantagenet dynasty.”—Publishers WeeklyThe Age of Chivalry describes a period of medieval history dominated by the social, religious, and moral code of knighthood that prized noble deeds, military greatness, and the game of courtly love between aristocratic men and women. It was also a period of high drama in English history, which included the toppling of two kings, the Hundred Years War, the Black Death, and the Peasants’ Revolt. Feudalism was breaking down, resulting in social and political turmoil. Against this dramatic milieu, Alison Weir describes the lives and reigns of five queen consorts: Marguerite of France was seventeen when she became the second wife of sixty-year-old King Edward I. Isabella of France, later known as “the She-Wolf,” dethroned her husband, Edward II, and ruled England with her lover. In contrast, Philippa of Hainault was a popular queen to the deposed king’s son Edward III. Anne of Bohemia was queen to Richard II, but she died young and childless. Isabella of Valois became Richard’s second wife when she was only six years old, but was caught up in events when he was violently overthrown. This was a turbulent and brutal age, despite its chivalric color and ethos, and it stands as a vivid backdrop to the extraordinary stories of these queens’ lives. Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ballantine Books (December 6, 2022) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 576 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1101966726 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 23 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.94 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.47 x 1.67 x 9.54 inches Best Sellers Rank: #57,448 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #54 in England History #64 in Historical British Biographies #132 in Royalty Biographies #54 in England History Quality Products Have peace of mind knowing that your order will arrive original factory sealed packaging. That means that you'll have the full force of the manufacturer's warranty to protect your purchase. Fast Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay a lot for your shipping? We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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