Elisabeth Farnese - Edward Armstrong - Bog

Elisabeth Farnese: The Termagant Of Spain is a historical biography written by Edward Armstrong in 1892. The book tells the story of Elisabeth Farnese, a powerful and controversial queen who ruled Spain in the early 18th century. Farnese was known for her strong personality and her ability to manipulate those around her, earning her the nickname ""The Termagant"" or ""The Shrew"". The book explores her rise to power, her tumultuous marriage to King Philip V of Spain, and her role in shaping the politics and culture of the country during her reign. Armstrong draws on a variety of sources, including letters, memoirs, and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this fascinating historical figure. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Spanish history or the lives of powerful women in the past.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.