Elisabeth of Roumania: A Study, with Two Tales from the German of Carmen Sylva, Her Majesty Queen Elisabeth (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Blanche Roosevelt

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331840049 ISBN 13: 9780331840049

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

A lyrical glimpse into the inner world of Elisabeth of Roumania through a historical study and two translated tales.

This edition presents a thoughtful, diary‑style portrait drawn from the string of personal conflicts, artistic longing, and intimate relationships that mark the subject’s life, offering readers a contemplative look at memory, duty, and loss.

Blending biographical insight with intimate fiction, the book unfolds through narratorly fragments, letters, and scenes that reveal mood, power, and the burdens of public figures. The narratives emphasize art, identity, and the pull between private desire and public life, all rendered with a quiet, reflective voice.

• Delve into reflective diary entries that explore love, health, travel, and art.
• Experience scenes of family tension, social expectation, and personal resolve.
• Explore themes of memory, loss, resilience, and the costs of public life.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical perspectives, intimate memoiric storytelling, and translated works that illuminate a poignant, personal side of notable figures.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331840049
• ISBN 13: 9780331840049
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 393