Catherine of Braganza
Charles II's
Restoration Queen
Sarah-Beth Watkins
This
book provides a fascinating look at the life of Catherine of
Braganza. She was born in 1638 in Portugal, and married Charles the
II of England in 1662. She must have been an amazing women since she
had to come to terms with the numerous mistresses of the king and the
fact that, as hard as she tried she was never able to give the king
an heir.
When
she wasn't dealing with domestic hardships she had her detractors to
contend with, particularly those who wanted to rid themselves of a
Catholic queen. Even though the king stood by her during her most
difficult times it seems true happiness may have come at long last
when she was able to return to Portugal, where she was to rule as
regent for João
V.
I
recommend this well written book for anyone who wants to know more
about Catherine's role as queen and her life at the English court.
Thanks
to Chronos Books for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an
honest review.
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