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Bloodthirsty Facts About Queen Isabeau, The Villainess Of France

Seductive. Cunning. Dangerous. Isabeau of Bavaria was a powerful queen in an age of obedient women, and she allowed no man—not even her own unhinged husband—to control her. From her tragedies to her courtly schemes,...

March 28, 2020 Dancy Mason


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