This reference profiles 21 heads of formerly regnant houses of Europe, set in historical perspective, and recounting their varied lifestyles, occupations, and interests. In the preface, Opfell (affiliation not cited) discusses briefly the events which lead to the dissolution of 20 European kingdoms
This reference profiles 21 heads of formerly regnant houses of Europe, set in historical perspective, and recounting their varied lifestyles, occupati...
This book presents the lives and accomplishments of 39 women rulers--not in-name-only, but wielders of real power. Celebrated queens like England's Elizabeth I share equal space here with lesser-known monarchs like Giovanna I of Naples and Maria da Gloria of Portugal. The flamboyant, such as Christina of Sweden, contrast with the moralistic, like Maria Theresa of Austria.
This book presents the lives and accomplishments of 39 women rulers--not in-name-only, but wielders of real power. Celebrated queens like England's El...
