Zidowecki, Erik

La gobernadora

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ISBN 13:
9788413843834
author:
Zidowecki, Erik
format:
Paperback
publisher:
La Esfera de los Libros, S.L.
language:
Spanish
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
260
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£24.42

Description

Beatriz de Bobadilla y Ulloa was a woman of great influence in her time, yet she is now largely forgotten. Her life was marked by adventure, passion, and a desire for power. This biography tells the story of Beatriz's remarkable journey, from her early days as a young woman at court to her rise as governor of the islands of La Gomera and El Hierro. Beatriz's extraordinary beauty made her a coveted prize among men of power, including King Ferdinand and Christopher Columbus. However, she would not be easily won over. Instead, she used her charm and intelligence to manipulate those around her, seeking revenge against those who had wronged her throughout her life. With only twenty years old, Beatriz had already become a key player in the royal court, supported by her aunt, the Marquesa de Moya. Her story is one of intrigue, politics, and survival, as she navigated the treacherous waters of 15th-century Spain to achieve her goals.

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