A Collection of Original Royal Letters (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Bromley, George

 
9781331300281: A Collection of Original Royal Letters (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A collection of original royal letters sheds light on 17th‑century Europe through the voices of kings, queens, and princes. This edition gathers correspondence from King Charles I and II, King James II, the Queen of Bohemia, Prince Rupert, and other notable figures, offering a vivid window into their times.

These letters reveal personal reflections, political alliances, and the hardships of exile and war. Readers meet Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia, praised for dignity under pressure, and follow Prince Rupert’s bold travels and naval career as pivotal moments unfold across England, Bohemia, and beyond. The collection presents a rare glimpse into court life, diplomacy, and family ties during a tumultuous era.

- Learn how royal figures described battles, marriages, and alliances in their own words
- Explore personal letters that illuminate loyalties, loyalties, and the burdens of rule
- See correspondence touching major historic events and shifting power across Europe
- Gain context for the social and political networks that connected courts and nobles

Ideal for readers of royal history who enjoy primary sources and a closer look at the people behind the events.

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