Summaries of books by Nancy Goldstone:
The Rival Queens
Catherine de' Medici, Her Daughter Marguerite de Valois, and the Betrayal that Ignited a Kingdom
Nancy Goldstone
The book delves into the tumultuous relationship between Catherine de' Medici and her daughter Marguerite de Valois against the backdrop of the religious and political upheaval of 16th-century France. It explores the dynamics of power, betrayal, and the role of these two influential women during the Wars of Religion and the infamous St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre.
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Daughters of the Winter Queen
Four Remarkable Sisters, the Crown of Bohemia, and the Enduring Legacy of Mary, Queen of Scots
Nancy Goldstone
The book chronicles the lives of Elizabeth Stuart, the Winter Queen, and her four daughters, exploring their influential roles in European history and their connection to the legacy of their ancestor, Mary, Queen of Scots. It delves into their political, cultural, and matrimonial strategies that shaped the religious and dynastic landscapes of 17th-century Europe.
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