<p>In this vibrant biography, acclaimed author Alison Weir reexamines the life of Isabella of England, one of history&rsquo;s most notorious and charismatic queens. Isabella arrived in London in 1308, the spirited twelve-year-old daughter of King Philip IV of France. Her marriage to the heir to England&rsquo;s throne was designed to heal old political wounds between the two countries, and in the years that followed she became an important figure, a determined and clever woman whose influence would come to last centuries. Many myths and legends have been woven around Isabella&rsquo;s story, but in this first full biography in more than 150 years, Alison Weir gives a groundbreaking new perspective.<br><br>Look for special features inside.<br>Join the Circle for author chats and more.<br>RandomHouseReadersCircle.com</p>