O'Brien, Harriet
Queen Emma and the Vikings: The Woman Who Shaped the Events of 1066
- ISBN 13:
- 9780747579687
- author:
- O'Brien, Harriet
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 288
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Queen Emma's remarkable life was marked by power, politics, love, and scandal in 11th-century England. Born into a Norman family, she married and outlived two English kings, witnessing the coronations of her sons Harthcnut and Edward the Confessor. Her story is one of survival, as she navigated dramatic falls and overcame them. Emma's life was shaped by the tumultuous period in which she lived, with the Viking invasion of 1066 casting a shadow over England. Yet, despite the challenges, she emerged as an unscrupulous political player, admired for her generosity and ruthlessly pragmatic approach to motherhood. This biography offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most fascinating women. Through Emma's story, we gain insight into the complexities of 11th-century politics and the experiences of women in this period. With its focus on power, family, and survival, this book provides a compelling exploration of a pivotal moment in English history.
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