The Lady Of Kingdoms

The Lady Of Kingdoms is a historical fiction novel written by Inez Haynes Gillmore. Set in the 9th century, the book tells the story of Queen Judith, the wife of King Aethelwulf of Wessex. Judith is a young and intelligent woman who is forced to marry the much older king to secure an alliance between her father, the King of France, and Wessex. Despite the age difference and cultural differences, Judith and Aethelwulf develop a deep and loving relationship.As Queen, Judith faces many challenges, including dealing with the treacherous politics of the court and the threat of Viking invasions. She also struggles to balance her loyalty to her husband and her own desires for power and influence. Throughout the novel, Judith proves herself to be a strong and capable leader, earning the respect and admiration of her subjects.The Lady Of Kingdoms is a vividly detailed and immersive portrayal of life in 9th century England. The book is rich in historical detail, from the clothing and customs of the time to the political and religious landscape of the era. Gillmore's writing is engaging and descriptive, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of medieval England.Overall, The Lady Of Kingdoms is a captivating and well-researched historical fiction novel that will appeal to fans of the genre and anyone interested in the history of England. It is a story of love, loyalty, and power, and a tribute to the strength and resilience of women in a male-dominated world.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.