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Famous Affinities of History The Romance of Devotion Vol 1-4

Om Famous Affinities of History The Romance of Devotion Vol 1-4

"Famous Affinities of History" is a four-volume series written by Lyndon Orr. The series explores the romantic relationships of famous historical figures, offering insights into their personalities and the times in which they lived. Volume 1 focuses on Cleopatra and Mark Antony, as well as other notable couples such as Abelard and Heloise, and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Volume 2 features Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine, as well as other famous pairs such as Dante and Beatrice, and Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Volume 3 covers the relationships of famous artists and writers, including Percy Bysshe Shelley and Mary Shelley, and George Sand and Frederic Chopin. Volume 4 concludes the series with tales of love and tragedy, including the story of John Keats and Fanny Brawne, and the ill-fated marriage of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Throughout the series, Orr provides historical context and analysis of each relationship, drawing on primary sources and literary works to offer a vivid picture of each couple and their time. The series remains a popular work of historical non-fiction, offering readers a glimpse into the private lives of some of history's most famous figures.

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  • Språk:
  • Engelska
  • ISBN:
  • 9789358017830
  • Format:
  • Häftad
  • Sidor:
  • 314
  • Utgiven:
  • 1. maj 2023
  • Mått:
  • 140x18x216 mm.
  • Vikt:
  • 399 g.
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Leveranstid: 2-4 veckor
Förväntad leverans: 17. december 2024

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"Famous Affinities of History" is a four-volume series written by Lyndon Orr. The series explores the romantic relationships of famous historical figures, offering insights into their personalities and the times in which they lived. Volume 1 focuses on Cleopatra and Mark Antony, as well as other notable couples such as Abelard and Heloise, and Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Volume 2 features Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine, as well as other famous pairs such as Dante and Beatrice, and Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Volume 3 covers the relationships of famous artists and writers, including Percy Bysshe Shelley and Mary Shelley, and George Sand and Frederic Chopin. Volume 4 concludes the series with tales of love and tragedy, including the story of John Keats and Fanny Brawne, and the ill-fated marriage of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Throughout the series, Orr provides historical context and analysis of each relationship, drawing on primary sources and literary works to offer a vivid picture of each couple and their time. The series remains a popular work of historical non-fiction, offering readers a glimpse into the private lives of some of history's most famous figures.

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