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A Memoir Of Barbara, Duchess Of Cleveland (1871)

A Memoir Of Barbara, Duchess Of Cleveland (1871)

Steinman, George Steinman

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 143694578X
ISBN13: 9781436945783
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 268
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Memoir of Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland is a biographical account of the life of Barbara Palmer, also known as Barbara Villiers, who was a prominent figure in the court of King Charles II of England. The book was written by George Steinman and was originally published in 1871.The memoir covers the life of Barbara from her early years as a young woman, to her rise as a mistress to King Charles II, and her eventual marriage to Roger Palmer, who was later made the Earl of Castlemaine. The book also delves into Barbara's personal life, including her relationships with other men and her children, as well as her political influence during her time at court.Steinman's account of Barbara's life is based on historical records and personal accounts, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English monarchy or the lives of powerful women in history. The book is written in a straightforward and informative style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of knowledge on the subject.Overall, A Memoir of Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland is a fascinating and well-researched account of the life of one of the most influential women of the Restoration era, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in the history of England during this time period.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.

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