Isabel la Católica

Synopsis of Isabel la Católica

This book is an intimate portrait of Isabel la Católica, a key figure in Spanish history. Through documents and chronicles of the time, the author explores the queen's concerns, feelings, and most private details. It delves into her ambitious, intriguing, and tenacious personality, as well as her religious fervor and her torn family life. The study of Isabel's character reveals the depth of a woman who knew how to survive and prevail in the turbulent society of the 15th century, leaving an indelible mark on the country's collective memory.