{"title":"Magdalena S. Sánchez","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating works of historian and author \u003cstrong\u003eMagdalena S. Sánchez\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for her insightful contributions to the Biography and Memoir genre. With a particular focus on Spanish history, her books offer a nuanced exploration of influential figures and pivotal moments that have shaped cultural narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her distinguished works is the noted book \u003cem\u003eInfanta\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the life of Juana of Austria, capturing the fascinating dynamics of power, politics, and personal relationships during the Spanish Golden Age. Sánchez's engaging storytelling and meticulous research bring historical figures to life, making her works a must-read for anyone interested in a rich tapestry of human stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or a newcomer to this genre, Magdalena S. Sánchez's books offer a perfect blend of knowledge and narrative depth, making them an enriching addition to your reading collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"infanta-by-magdalena-s-sanchez-9780300282832","title":"Infanta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first full biography of Catalina Micaela, \u003cem\u003einfanta\u003c\/em\u003e of Spain and duchess of Savoy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatalina Micaela was the younger daughter of Philip II and granddaughter of Catherine de Medici. Aged just seventeen, Catalina married Carlo I, duke of Savoy, and moved from the royal court in Madrid to Turin to begin a new life as a duchess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverlooked by historians and little known today, Catalina was nonetheless a key figure in sixteenth-century Europe. A woman of intelligence, forceful personality, and strong feeling, she energetically and effectively governed her husband's dukedom during his long absences from Turin on military campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this widely researched account, Magdalena Sánchez traces Catalina's life from her childhood to her early death shortly after giving birth to her tenth child. Drawing on thousands of letters Catalina exchanged with her husband, Sánchez paints an intimate portrait of a young Spanish woman adapting to a new husband, a new land, and the demands of governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46871405691116,"sku":"9780300282832","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24826063482294.jpg?v=1759878204"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/magdalena-s-sanchez.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}