Eleanor of Aquitaine: A Life by Alison Weir (2000-01-25) [Hardcover] Alison Weir

Description

1950 Harvard University Press edition. Missing dustjacket. Hardcover has some fading at spine and edges of back cover. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This 1950 Harvard University Press edition of Alison Weir’s “Eleanor of Aquitaine: A Life” offers a captivating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential and powerful figures of the Middle Ages. Eleanor of Aquitaine was a remarkable woman who defied societal norms of her time, wielding immense power as the Duchess of Aquitaine and later as the Queen of France and England. Weir’s meticulously researched biography brings to life Eleanor’s extraordinary journey, from her early years as a wealthy heiress to her tumultuous marriages and her role in the Second Crusade. This copy, though missing its original dust jacket, remains in good condition, with clean pages and a secure binding, making it a desirable addition to any collection of historical biographies or medieval studies. Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of Eleanor’s life, as Weir skillfully weaves together the political intrigues, cultural influences, and personal triumphs that defined this iconic figure’s legacy.