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Katherine Swynford

The Story of John of Gaunt and His Scandalous Duchess

(Author) Alison Weir
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Katherine Synford was first the mistress, and later the wife, of John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster. Her charismatic lover was one of the most powerful princes of the fourteenth century and Katherine was renowned for her beauty and regarded as enigmatic

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Publisher:
Vintage Publishing
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
386
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780712641975
Publish year:
2008
Publish date:
Aug. 7, 2008

Alison Weir

Alison Weir is a renowned British historian and author, best known for her meticulously researched historical biographies, including "The Six Wives of Henry VIII." Her engaging narrative style brings history to life, making her a leading figure in popularizing historical non-fiction. Weir's work has made a significant impact on literature, inspiring a new generation of readers to delve into the past.

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