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The author calls this work "a reflection on the curious external story of Ana de Mendoza and Philip II of Spain", the action occurring between 1576 and 1592. The lady of the title is Ana, the Princess of Eboli and heiress to the titles and estates of Spain's leading family. She was married at 13 and lost an eye in a duel a year later, becoming a dutiful wife with ten children, Rumours begin that she is mistress to Philip II...Kate O'Brien was an Irish novelist and playwright, and many of her books dealt with issues of female sexuality.This is the 1947 edition published by the Reprint Society in London. It is in reasonable condition, with scuffing, soiling and fading to cover and bumping at corners and edges. Spotting and tanning to first and last few pages and at page edges. Clear of annotations.Carefully packaged for shipment from Sydney, Australia.