Mother of Kings is a historical fiction novel written by Norval Richardson. The book is set in medieval Europe and follows the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most powerful women in European history. Eleanor was the queen consort of both France and England, and the mother of several kings, including Richard the Lionheart and King John.The novel begins with Eleanor's early life as a wealthy and independent young woman who marries King Louis VII of France. However, their marriage is unhappy and Eleanor seeks an annulment, which she eventually gets. She then marries Henry II of England, and becomes an even more powerful queen, helping to shape the politics and culture of England and France.Mother of Kings is a sweeping and epic tale of love, power, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of medieval Europe. The novel is meticulously researched and brings to life the world of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a woman who was both a queen and a warrior, and who defied the conventions of her time to become one of the most influential figures in European history.A Biography Of Maria Letizia Ramolino Buonaparte, The Mother Of Napoleon.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.
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