Elisabeth Farnese

Elisabeth Farnese: The Termagant of Spain is a historical biography written by Edward Armstrong and originally published in 1892. The book chronicles the life of Elisabeth Farnese, the Queen Consort of Philip V of Spain, who was known for her strong and domineering personality. The book covers Elisabeth's early life in Italy, her marriage to Philip V, and her subsequent rise to power as a political force in Spain. Armstrong delves into the complex political and social climate of 18th century Spain, and how Elisabeth's influence impacted the country during her reign. The book also explores Elisabeth's personal life, including her relationships with her children and her numerous affairs. Armstrong paints a vivid picture of a woman who was both feared and admired, and who played a significant role in shaping the history of Spain during a tumultuous time. Overall, Elisabeth Farnese: The Termagant of Spain is a fascinating and detailed account of one of the most influential women in Spanish history.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.