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by Eric P. Kelly (Author), Clara Hoffmanowa (Author), Vera Bock (Illustrator)
""A Girl Who Would Be Queen"" is a biographical book written by Eric P. Kelly that tells the story of the young Countess Krasinska, a Polish noblewoman who aspired to become the queen of Poland. The book is based on the diary of the Countess, which she kept from the age of 14 until her death at the age of 24. The book begins with a brief introduction to the historical context of Poland during the mid-18th century, a time of political turmoil and foreign occupation. The author then delves into the life of the Countess, who was born into a wealthy and influential family. From a young age, she was determined to become the queen of Poland and worked tirelessly to achieve her goal. The book chronicles the Countess's life from her teenage years to her untimely death. It describes her education, her political ambitions, her romantic relationships, and her involvement in the Polish political scene. The author also provides insights into the Countess's personality, her strengths, and her weaknesses. Throughout the book, the author draws on the Countess's diary entries to provide a firsthand account of her thoughts and feelings. The diary entries offer a glimpse into the Countess's inner world, revealing her hopes, fears, and aspirations. Overall, ""A Girl Who Would Be Queen"" is a fascinating and engaging book that offers a unique perspective on Polish history and the life of a remarkable young woman. It is a must-read for anyone interested in European history, women's history, or the lives of extraordinary individuals.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.
