I, Helene Kottannerin

This remarkable translation portrays Helene Kottannerins thrilling and rare autobiographical tale of stealing the Hungarian royal crown in 1440 to protect the throne for the unborn heir of Queen Elizabeth of Luxembourg. BRIn a time of political uncertainty following King Albert IIs death, the pregnant and widowed queen entrusted her lady-in-waiting, Helene, with the daring mission to retrieve the kingdoms Holy Crown from the castle of Visegrád. Helenes successful theft not only altered the course of Hungarian history  but also inspired her to compose one of the most extraordinary autobiographical documents of late medieval Central Europe a rarity for its time, especially from a womans perspective. Esteemed historians and translators Julia Burkhardt, Christina Lutter, and Jonathan R. Lyon  offer an up-to-date English translation of Helenes vivid narrative, originally written in Early New  High German. Supplemented by the authors insightful commentary on the history, culture, and implications surrounding Helenes actions and writing, this book is a unique historical source accessible to students and general readers alike. BRHelenes enthralling story provides an unparalleled window into the world of fifteenth-century court politics, female agency, and the power of personal testimony.

Autor:
Burkhardt et al.)

Características técnicas:

• Tamaño cerrado 152 x 229 mm
• 176 páginas interiores
• Tapa rústica
• Encuadernación lomo cuadrado

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