Some Royalties and a Prime Minister: Portraits From Life (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025997995)

"Some Royalties and a Prime Minister; Portraits From Life" is an evocative collection of biographical sketches written by the celebrated Princess Marthe Bibesco. Offering an intimate glimpse into the lives of the European elite during the early 20th century, the work presents a series of personal portraits that blend firsthand observation with keen historical insight. Bibesco, a fixture of international high society and a prolific woman of letters, provides nuanced perspectives on several prominent figures of her era, including members of the British, Spanish, and Romanian royal houses.

One of the central focuses of the volume is a poignant study of the British Prime Minister, Herbert Henry Asquith, alongside observations of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Drawing upon her unique access to the corridors of power and prestige, the author captures the personality and temperament of her subjects beyond their formal public roles. The prose is marked by the elegance and wit characteristic of Bibesco's literary style, making this volume a significant contribution to the genre of memoir and historical biography. Readers interested in the twilight of the European monarchies and the political landscape surrounding the Great War will find this work an invaluable resource for understanding the human dimensions of these influential historical figures.

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Author: Marthe Bibesco
ISBN-10: 1025997999
ISBN-13: 9781025997995
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Language: English
Published: 02/14/2026
Pages: 232
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.49d