The Bride Of Two Kings: A Forgotten Tragedy Of The Portuguese Court (1911) - Paperback

The Bride of Two Kings: A Forgotten Tragedy of the Portuguese Court is a historical non-fiction book written by Edmund Basil D'Auvergne and published in 1911. The book tells the story of Catherine of Braganza, a Portuguese princess who became the queen consort of King Charles II of England and later the queen dowager of King Pedro II of Portugal. The book explores Catherine's life and the political and social challenges she faced as a foreign queen in both England and Portugal. It also delves into the cultural differences between the two countries and the impact they had on Catherine's life and relationships. D'Auvergne uses primary sources such as letters and diaries to provide a detailed and intimate portrayal of Catherine's life, as well as the lives of the kings she married. The book also sheds light on the forgotten tragedy of Catherine's life, including the loss of her children and the political turmoil she faced in Portugal. Overall, The Bride of Two Kings is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in European history, royalty, and the challenges faced by women in positions of power.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.