Izabela the Valiant: The Story of an Indomitable Polish Princess by Adam Zamoyski
SKU: 51909782826

Izabela the Valiant: The Story of an Indomitable Polish Princess by Adam Zamoyski

Sale price$9.89 Regular price$10.99
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 5 - Jul 10

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Izabela the Valiant: The Story of an Indomitable Polish Princess by Adam ZamoyskiTrawling through a vast family archive and arcane sources in half a dozen languages, Adam Zamoyski has revealed the dramatic life of his great great great grandmother, an uneducated, vulnerable girl cast into a mans world. Her aristocratic position enmeshed her in high politics and close encounters with Frederick the Great, Benjamin Franklin, Rousseau, Joseph II, Marie Antoinette and Tsar Alexander I, and earned her the enmity of Catherine the Great.

Trawling through a vast family archive and arcane sources in half a dozen languages, Adam Zamoyski has revealed the dramatic life of his great-great-great grandmother, an uneducated, vulnerable girl cast into a man’s world.

Her aristocratic position enmeshed her in high politics and close encounters with Frederick the Great, Benjamin Franklin, Rousseau, Joseph II, Marie-Antoinette and Tsar Alexander I, and earned her the enmity of Catherine the Great. She lived through revolution and no less than five wars, in which her cherished homes were devastated, her possessions looted and her children scattered.

Caught up in tempestuous love affairs which led her to nervous breakdown and the brink of suicide, exploited by her lovers, she remained undaunted and liberated herself through education. And, unusually for her time, she became a caring mother devoted to her children. She learned much by travelling extensively around Europe at a time of political and ideological change, and her observations, particularly on Georgian Britain, are remarkable.

She gradually won the admiration of learned men and intellectual honours. She pioneered schooling for children of the poor and developed her own educational methods. Fascinated by the power of objects to kindle memories and arouse emotions, she was an avid collector of anything with a sensuous association and built two unique museums to act as teaching aids.

This is a story of triumph over adversity and betrayal. It was not achieved by her looks: ‘I have never been beautiful, but I have sometimes been pretty,’ she wrote. It was achieved by force of character and resilience.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 51909782826

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.2 ★★★★★
Based on 2433 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
L
Verified Purchase
Leo
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
Ladies, don't be afraid. Buy 'em. Trust me
Size: 9.5, Color: A Black
My elderly mother adores these. She had to have breathable awesome shoes for post-surgery and these fit the bill (and her feet!) So i got some for me. Whoa. Comfort! And I love the slip-on ease, b/c sometimes I just need to go, go, and go some more. Love them in black, haven't had long enough for durability, but helpful for my mom in her physical therapy and they're holding up to the worst she can do to them.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026
D
Verified Purchase
David Staats
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 4
Good overall shoe, great for basic needs
Size: 12, Color: A Black
These are nice shoes. I put $40 arch support insoles in mine, so I like them even more, but they were fairly comfortable even without. They fit well, though slightly large, and seem to hold up well. No real complaints, though made a bit cheaply.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026
B
Verified Purchase
BODE A. FAMORIYO
Lowell, US
★★★★★ 5
Great walking shoes
Size: 11, Color: All Black
A very comfortable walking shoe that’s well made and looks like it’s going to hold up well for everyday wear. Lightweight indeed and probably doesn’t require much cleaning. Easy to get on and off without much stress though.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Matt
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Super comfortable size 12
Size: 12, Color: All Black
The quality is great the style and fit is great they're awesome and super comfortable! First pair of shoes in 30 years that don't hurt my feet I like them a lot! Size 12
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2026
D
Verified Purchase
David
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 4
Good quality shoe for a decent price.
Size: 9, Color: Grey
Very decent quality, lightweight shoe. Comfortable and cushioned for all day wear. I would definitely purchase again.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2026

recommand products