Eleanor of Aquitaine: The Queen Who Rode Off to Battle
(Part of the World History Biographies Series)
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In medieval times, Eleanor of Aquitaine broke the mold for women. This remarkable woman lived life on her own terms, ultimately becoming queen of France and England. We first encounter the infant Eleanor, born into the ruling family of the Duchy of Aquitaine, in 1122. She grows into a lively and intelligent young girl, and quickly learns the arts of diplomacy and power brokering. Eleanor marries the young Prince Louis, and becomes Queen of France while still a teenager. She accompanies her husband's ill-fated Second Crusade to win back the Holy Land, but returns demanding a divorce, a bold move for a medieval woman. Her second marriage, to Henry, Duke of Normandy, leads to Eleanor's coronation as Queen of England in 1154. Contrary to her reign in France, she learns to wield power at the English court, and forges strong alliances to establish a lasting dynasty. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0792258959
ISBN13:9780792258957
Release Date:September 2006
Publisher:National Geographic Society
Length:64 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 7.2" x 9.9"
Age Range:9 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 7
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