{"product_id":"margaret-of-austria-1480-1530","title":"Margaret of Austria, 1480–1530","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMargaret of Austria (1480-1530) \u003c\/i\u003eis the first female regent of the Netherlands. This book uncovers her remarkable political achievements, cultural patronage, and advocacy for women, offering a fresh perspective on her legacy through overlooked primary and new secondary sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will gain an in-depth understanding of Margaret’s regency under Maximilian I and Charles V, her pivotal role in electing Charles as emperor, and her contributions to peace negotiations and Habsburg governance. The book focuses on the lessons Margaret learned from strong women like Anne of France, Margaret of York, and Isabella of Spain that she lived with early in life and later emulated, her “library of women” at the Court of Savoy where she educated girls and young women, such as Anne Boleyn, and her role as advocate for women as evidenced by her interest and participation in the literary debate on women known as the \u003ci\u003eQuerelle des femmes. \u003c\/i\u003eHer wise leadership and patronage of the arts in service of Habsburg rule led to three more Habsburg women who served as regents in the Netherlands for decades later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for historians, students, and readers interested in European political history, women’s studies, and the Habsburg dynasty. It is particularly suited for those exploring female leadership, Renaissance culture, and the role of women in shaping early modern Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pallas Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57337429852504,"sku":"9789048573523","price":179.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9789048573523_07625f7f-8b05-4d66-8ef2-aeff787cc2a1.jpg?v=1780454755","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/margaret-of-austria-1480-1530","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}