Constance Hill
The Story Of The Princess Des Ursins In Spain: Camarera-Mayor is a book written by Constance Hill and first published in 1906. The book tells the true story of Marie-Anne de La Tr�����moille, a French noblewoman who became the Camarera-Mayor, or the chief lady-in-waiting, to Queen Anne of Spain in the early 18th century.The Princess Des Ursins, as she was known, was a key figure in the Spanish court during a time of political turmoil and war. She used her intelligence, charm, and political savvy to navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries between the different factions at court, including the powerful Bourbon and Habsburg families.Throughout the book, Hill provides a detailed and engaging account of the Princess’s life and career, including her role in negotiating the Treaty of Utrecht, which ended the War of the Spanish Succession. Hill also explores the Princess’s relationships with other key figures at court, such as the Queen and the King’s advisor, Cardinal Portocarrero.Overall, The Story Of The Princess Des Ursins In Spain: Camarera-Mayor is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in European history, politics, and courtly intrigue.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.
