World History Biographies: Eleanor of Aquitaine The Queen Who Rode Off to Battle

Read the true story of Eleanor's childhood in the castles of Aquitaine and her extraordinary adult life as queen, prisoner, and crusader. Discover the world of Eleanor's girlhood, from the games she played to the lessons she learned, A time line highlights Eleanor's life and achievements-and puts them in the broader context of world history, Illustrations and maps bring medieval Europe vividly to life, from farmers working in the fields to Eleanor's role in the Second Crusade. Book jacket.

Ann Kramer has worked as an author and editor for more than 30 years. She is the author of Mandela, also in the World History Biographies series. She lives in Sussex, England.