Alethea Wiel
''The Romance of the House of Savoy'' is a historical book written by Alethea Wiel, which chronicles the story of the House of Savoy from 1003 to 1519. The House of Savoy was a powerful and influential dynasty that ruled over the region of Savoy, which is now part of France and Italy. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the period from 1003 to 1416, while the second part covers the period from 1416 to 1519.The book provides a detailed account of the rise of the House of Savoy, including their early struggles for power and their eventual ascent to the throne. It also explores the political and cultural landscape of Europe during this time, including the conflicts between the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire.Throughout the book, Wiel provides a vivid portrayal of the key figures in the House of Savoy, including their triumphs and tragedies. She also delves into the relationships between the House of Savoy and other European powers, such as France, Spain, and Austria.Overall, ''The Romance of the House of Savoy'' is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in European history, the Middle Ages, or the House of Savoy specifically.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.
