A Legend of the Great Queen

A Legend of the Great Queen
Author: G.J. Whyte-Melville
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 442
Release: 2018-04-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3732656462

Reproduction of the original: A Legend of the Great Queen by G.J. Whyte-Melville

Sarchedon a Legend of the Great Queen

Sarchedon a Legend of the Great Queen
Author: George John Whyte-Melville
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2023-02-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3382125358

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Sarchedon - A Legend of the Great Queen

Sarchedon - A Legend of the Great Queen
Author: George J. Whyte-Melville
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 462
Release: 2021-11-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"Sarchedon - A Legend of the Great Queen" brings us back to ancient Babylon. As king Nimrod of the Bible died, he left his beautiful and evil wife Semiramis to rule instead of him. Their son, Ninyas, is the rightful heir to the throne, but Semiramis has imprisoned him. The book follows three main themes: the war of Semiramis against Aryas, the beautiful warrior king and her possible match; the plot to restore Ninyas to the throne; and the love story of Sarchedon, the hero of the book.

Sarchedon: A Legend of the Great Queen

Sarchedon: A Legend of the Great Queen
Author: G. J. Whyte-Melville
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 565
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"Sarchedon - A Legend of the Great Queen" by George J. Whyte-Melville is a historical novel that tells the story of Semiramis, Queen of Assyria and consort of Shamshi-Adad V, King of Assyria in the 9th century B.C. Excerpt: She was beautiful no doubt, in the nameless beauty that wins, no less than in the lofty beauty that compels. Her form was matchless in symmetry, so that her every gesture, in the saddle or on the throne, was womanly, dignified, and graceful, while each dress she wore, from royal robe and jewelled tiara to steel breastplate and golden headpiece, seemed that in which she looked her best. With a man's strength of body, she possessed more than a man's power of mind and force of will. A shrewd observer would have detected in those bright eyes, despite their thick lashes and loving glance, the genius that can command an army and found an empire; in that delicate, exquisitely chiselled face, the lines that tell of tameless pride and unbending resolution; in the full curves of that rosy mouth, in the clean-cut jaw and prominence of the beautifully-moulded chin, a cold recklessness that could harden on occasion to pitiless cruelty—stern, impracticable, immovable as fate. But Sarchedon only saw a lovely woman of queenly bearing, glancing approval on his glowing face. His Southern nature seemed to expand like a flower in the sunshine of her smiles. His looks could not fail to express admiration, and she, who might have been satiated with homage, seemed well pleased to accept as much as he had to offer.

The Queen of Sheba

The Queen of Sheba
Author: Deborah M. Coulter-Harris
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2013-01-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0786469692

Part I of this book begins with a scriptural study of all Sheba references, particularly the origins and genealogy of the name and its connections with Hebrew patriarchs such as Abraham and kings Saul and David; it later explores the literature and legends surrounding king Solomon and his trade negotiations with Sheba. The text analyzes theories and links between the Queen of Sheba and Pharaoh Hatshepsut, and concludes that Sheba may well be the Pharaoh based upon linguistic associations and the related stories from a multitude of regions and countries. Part II travels into ancient Arabian, Yemeni, Ethiopian, and Eritrean tales of the Queen of Sheba, and examines the mention of Sheba in an array of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim texts. It scrutinizes associations between ancient gods and pharaohs, particularly the similarity of their iconographic representations, the meaning of their symbols and signs that connect with Sheba legends and Hatshepsut's history, the real extent and location of her vast empire.

The Warrior Queen

The Warrior Queen
Author: Joanna Arman
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2017-05-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 1445662051

The story of a medieval Boudicca, Alfred the Great's daughter, and her struggle to restore her people and reclaim their land

The Legend of Sheba

The Legend of Sheba
Author: Tosca Lee
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2015-05-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1451684088

Inheriting her father's rich throne at a great personal loss, a new Queen of Sheba finds her nation's trade routes threatened by new alliances and undertakes a daring journey to win over a brash new king of Israel.

Eleanor of Aquitaine

Eleanor of Aquitaine
Author: D. Owen
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Total Pages: 268
Release: 1996-05-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780631201014

This fascinating new biography tells the story of one of the most influential figures of the twelfth century, Eleanor of Aquitaine, successively queen of France and of England. In tracing her life story Professor Owen reassesses her political importance during the reigns of her husband Henry II and her sons, Richard the Lionheart and John, and aims to separate the true historical Eleanor from the Eleanor of legend.

Queen Mary 2

Queen Mary 2
Author: Philip Plisson
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-11-17
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9780810956131

A "giant of the seas, " the transatlantic liner Queen Mary 2 is longer than the Eiffel Tower is high and can carry more passengers than any ship in history (up to 3,090, in addition to 1,253 crew members). This book provides an in-depth look at the ship, with photos illustrating the laborious construction process.

The Lost Queen

The Lost Queen
Author: Signe Pike
Publisher: Atria Books
Total Pages: 576
Release: 2019-06-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 150119142X

“Outlander meets Camelot” (Kirsty Logan, author of The Gracekeepers) in the first book of an exciting historical series that reveals the untold story of Languoreth—a powerful and, until now, tragically forgotten queen of 6th-century Scotland—twin sister of the man who inspired the legendary character of Merlin. Intelligent, passionate, rebellious, and brave, Languoreth is the unforgettable heroine of The Lost Queen, a tale of conflicted loves and survival set against the cinematic backdrop of ancient Scotland, a magical land of myths and superstition inspired by the beauty of the natural world. One of the most powerful early medieval queens in British history, Languoreth ruled at a time of enormous disruption and bloodshed, when the burgeoning forces of Christianity threatened to obliterate the ancient pagan beliefs and change her way of life forever. Together with her twin brother Lailoken, a warrior and druid known to history as Merlin, Languoreth is catapulted into a world of danger and violence. When a war brings the hero Emrys Pendragon, to their door, Languoreth collides with the handsome warrior Maelgwn. Their passionate connection is forged by enchantment, but Languoreth is promised in marriage to Rhydderch, son of the High King who is sympathetic to the followers of Christianity. As Rhydderch's wife, Languoreth must assume her duty to fight for the preservation of the Old Way, her kingdom, and all she holds dear. “Moving, thrilling, and ultimately spellbinding” (BookPage), The Lost Queen brings this remarkable woman to life—rescuing her from obscurity, and reaffirming her place at the center of the most enduring legends of all time. “Moving, thrilling, and ultimately spellbinding, The Lost Queen is perfect for readers of historical fiction like The Clan of the Cave Bear and Wolf Hall, and for lovers of fantasy like Outlander and The Mists of Avalon” (BookPage).