The novel is dedicated to the last King of Portugal, King Manuel II. He was young, handsome, and capable, but not understood by his people. He came to the throne during an unfortunate period in the governance of the Portuguese State, for as the second son, he had not been prepared to rule. He was a free spirit, creative and peaceful, drawn to nature and beautiful things. He always hated politics and its devious workings, and he could not abide traitors. He suffered much in his life, losing both his father and his brother who were assassinated; subsequently he relinquished the throne of Portugal following a coup d'etat. Despite his exile in England, Manuel remained passionately loyal to his country which lingered eternally in his heart. He left his entire estate to Portugal through the foundation that would carry on his family's name and serve as a testament forever to his love of his country.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Infarom
ISBN-13
9789731991672
eBay Product ID (ePID)
189533587
Product Key Features
Book Title
Once I Was King
Author
Corinne Wandenburg
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2013
Genre
Historical
Number of Pages
74 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
152mm
Item Weight
112g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Corinne Wandenburg
Country/Region of Manufacture
Romania
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