Memoirs of Robert Carey, Earl of Monmouth: and Fragmenta Regalia, Being a History of Queen Elizabeth's Favorites is a historical book published in 1808. It is a first-hand account of the life and times of Robert Carey, who was an earl of Monmouth during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is Carey's personal memoirs, which detail his life from his birth in 1560 to his death in 1639. In these memoirs, Carey provides a detailed account of his family history, his education, his military career, and his service to Queen Elizabeth I. The second part of the book, Fragmenta Regalia, is a history of Queen Elizabeth's favorites, including Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, and Walter Raleigh. This section provides insights into the political and social climate of Elizabethan England, as well as the intrigues and scandals that surrounded the queen's court. The book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the life and times of Queen Elizabeth I and her court.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.