Gaston, Rozsa
Margaret of Austria
- ISBN 13:
- 9781732589995
- author:
- Gaston, Rozsa
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Renaissance Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 428
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Margaret of Austria: Governor of the Netherlands and Early 16th-Century Europe's Greatest Diplomat By Rozsa Gaston In 1480, Margaret was born in Brussels, marking the beginning of a life that would take her to the heart of European politics. As governor of the Netherlands, she brokered the 1508 Treaty of Cambrai, uniting princes from across Europe against Venice. Her diplomatic skills were put to the test as she negotiated with Ferdinand of Spain, Henry Tudor, and Louis XII of France, among others. Margaret's court attracted Europe's brightest minds, including the young Anne Boleyn. However, her position was not without challenge. Enemies sought to oust her, but she won back her power with a comeback strategy that remains as astute today as it was in 1517. This remarkable story of politics, love, and struggle offers a fresh perspective on early 16th-century Europe's most brilliant power broker. With its vivid portrayal of Margaret's life, this book sheds new light on a period of European history often overlooked.
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