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The Rebel Empresses
France's Forgotten Queens and the Scandal That Made Them
Book • 2013
Nancy Goldstone's 'The Rebel Empresses' delves into the intertwined lives of Empress Elizabeth of Austria and Empress Eugenie of France.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Europe, the book explores their personal struggles and their roles in the political landscape.
The narrative examines their influence on fashion, culture, and politics, revealing their complexities as women in positions of power.
Goldstone highlights their challenges, including navigating court life, dealing with personal tragedies, and confronting societal expectations.
The book portrays these empresses as rebels who defied conventions and left a lasting impact on European history.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Europe, the book explores their personal struggles and their roles in the political landscape.
The narrative examines their influence on fashion, culture, and politics, revealing their complexities as women in positions of power.
Goldstone highlights their challenges, including navigating court life, dealing with personal tragedies, and confronting societal expectations.
The book portrays these empresses as rebels who defied conventions and left a lasting impact on European history.
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