Baker, Darren

The Two Eleanors of Henry III: The Lives of Eleanor of Provence and Eleanor de Montfort

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ISBN 13:: 9781526747518
author:: Baker, Darren
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Pen and Sword
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 240
Dimensions:: 6.00(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)
Genre:: History Biographies & True Stories Textbook
Condition:: New
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The Two Eleanors of Henry III: A Tale of Loyalty and Splendor In 1236, a young queen arrives in England, bringing with her a complex web of family ties and political intrigue. Eleanor of Provence, just 12 years old, marries King Henry III, who is 16 years her senior. Her sister-in-law, Eleanor, is already a 20-year-old widow, and the two women's lives become inextricably linked with that of Simon de Montfort, a rising star in the king's court. As the years pass, the relationships between these four individuals become increasingly entangled, reflecting the turmoil and tragedy of their time. The story of Eleanor of Provence and her sister-in-law is one of loyalty, principle, and the intense scrutiny of a land on the brink of profound change. This book explores the lives of these two women, and the fates that entwine them, over the course of three decades. With its rich historical context and nuanced portrayal of the complexities of medieval politics, it offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in English history.

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