The Talba: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Anna Eliza Bray in 1884. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young girl named Talba who lives in the Kingdom of Granada during the time of the Spanish conquest. Talba is captured by the Spanish army and taken to the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, where she becomes a servant to the queen.As Talba adjusts to her new life, she becomes embroiled in the political intrigue of the court and falls in love with a Spanish nobleman. However, their love is forbidden, and Talba must navigate the dangerous waters of court politics to be with the man she loves.The novel is a historical romance that explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal against the backdrop of the Spanish conquest of Granada. It is a vivid portrayal of life in the 16th century and is considered a classic of historical fiction. The Talba: A Historical Romance is a must-read for anyone interested in history, romance, and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.