Overview
The Story of a Beautiful Duchess is a biographical account of the life and times of Elizabeth Gunning, written by Horace Bleackley. Elizabeth Gunning was a renowned beauty and socialite of the 18th century, who rose to fame through her stunning looks and captivating personality. The book chronicles her early life, her entry into the world of high society, and her eventual marriage to the Duke of Hamilton. It also delves into the political and social climate of the time, providing a vivid portrayal of the Georgian era. With rich historical detail and engaging storytelling, The Story of a Beautiful Duchess offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most celebrated women of her time.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.
- | Author: Horace Bleackley
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jan 11, 2005
- | Number of Pages: 388 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1417970812
- | ISBN-13: 9781417970810
