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The Lady of the Rivers

Cousins' War 3
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The Lady of the Rivers by Philippa Gregory delves into the life of Jacquetta of Luxembourg, a figure entwined in the Wars of the Roses. The novel explores Jacquetta's journey from a powerful duchess’s daughter to a confidante at the court, charting her alliances, friendships, and a marriage to a man of her choice. Set against the backdrop of political intrigue and ambitious pursuits, it vividly portrays Jacquetta's role in turbulent times.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by tales that mix history with richly imagined narratives. It's perfect for those intrigued by the Wars of the Roses and the political intrigue of medieval England, brought to life through the perspective of a strong, fascinating female character. If you're a fan of detailed historical settings and complex relationships, this story will offer an absorbing journey.

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The Lady of the Rivers by Philippa Gregory tells the story of Jacquetta, daughter of the Count of Luxembourg and kinswoman to half the royalty of Europe. She was married to the great Englishman John, Duke of Bedford, uncle to Henry VI. Widowed at the age of nineteen, she took the extraordinary risk of marrying a gentleman of her household for love, carving out a life for herself as Queen Margaret of Anjou's close friend and a supporter of the Lancastersβ€”until the day her daughter Elizabeth Woodville fell in love with and married the rival king Edward IV.

Of all the little-known but important women of the period, Jacquetta's dramatic story is the most neglected. With her links to Melusina and to the founder of the house of Luxembourg, along with her reputation for making magic, she stands as one of the most haunting of heroines.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847394668

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 March 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 544

About the Author

Philippa Gregory is the author of manyΒ New York TimesΒ bestselling novels, includingΒ The Other Boleyn Girl, and is a recognized authority on women’s history. Many of her works have been adapted for the screenΒ includingΒ The Other Boleyn Girl. She graduated from the University of Sussex and received a PhD from the University of Edinburgh, where she is a Regent. She holds honorary degrees from Teesside University and the University of Sussex. She is a fellow of the Universities of Sussex and Cardiff and was awarded the 2016 Harrogate Festival Award for Contribution to Historical Fiction. She is an honorary research fellow at Birkbeck, University of London. She was awarded a CBE title for services to literature and charity in 2022. She welcomes visitors to her website PhilippaGregory.com.

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