Memoirs of Elizabeth Farnesio: The Present Queen Dowager of Spain is a historical book written by T. Gardner and published in 1746. The book is a detailed account of the life of Elizabeth Farnesio, the Queen Dowager of Spain during the mid-18th century. Elizabeth was married to King Philip V of Spain, and after his death, she became the regent for her son, King Ferdinand VI. The book covers Elizabeth's early life, including her birth into the powerful Italian Farnese family, her marriage to King Philip V, and her role as a queen consort. It also delves into her political influence during her husband's reign and her regency after his death. The memoirs provide a glimpse into the political and social climate of Spain during the 18th century, including the country's relationship with other European powers. It also sheds light on the court intrigues and power struggles that Elizabeth had to navigate during her time as queen and regent. Overall, Memoirs of Elizabeth Farnesio is a valuable historical document that offers insight into the life of a powerful woman during a pivotal time in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
