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Book Review: The Daughter of Time
Richard III, king of England from 1483-1485, is possibly the most-maligned monarch of history. Accused by Tudor and traditionalist "historians" of murdering his nephews, poisoning his wife, and wanting to marry his niece, the traditional image of him went nearly unchallenged until Josephine Tey published <I>The Daughter of Time</I>, which presents a well-reasoned rebuttal of the long-accepted "facts."
richard iii • josephine tey • mysteries • tudor • propaganda
Richard III, king of England from 1483-1485, is possibly the most-maligned monarch of history. Accused by Tudor and traditionalist "historians" of murdering his nephews, poisoning his wife, and wanting to marry his niece, the traditional image of him went nearly unchallenged until Josephine Tey published <I>The Daughter of Time</I>, which presents a well-reasoned rebuttal of the long-accepted "facts."
richard iii • josephine tey • mysteries • tudor • propaganda
The Princes in the Tower Review
A reconstruction of the events surrounding the mysterious disappearance of two princes in the Tower of London.
the princes in the tower review • alison weir’s latest book • review of princes in the tower book • the involvement of richard iii in the deaths of th • the disappearance of edward v
A reconstruction of the events surrounding the mysterious disappearance of two princes in the Tower of London.
the princes in the tower review • alison weir’s latest book • review of princes in the tower book • the involvement of richard iii in the deaths of th • the disappearance of edward v
We Speak No Treason
He was the youngest brother of the King of England. He was the Duke of Gloucester and the Lord of the North. He was respected by all as a moral man and a fair-handed judge, and later as a responsible king. He was Richard III -- and millions know him as the most evil monarch in history.
richard iii • books • fiction • historical • rosemary hawley jarman
He was the youngest brother of the King of England. He was the Duke of Gloucester and the Lord of the North. He was respected by all as a moral man and a fair-handed judge, and later as a responsible king. He was Richard III -- and millions know him as the most evil monarch in history.
richard iii • books • fiction • historical • rosemary hawley jarman
Anne Neville – Queen Of Richard III
Richard III's queen, Anne Neville, can be seen to be 'yet another victim of the monster.' Was she a character in her own right though or just a bystander of history?
coronation • anne neville • richard iii • earl of warwick • kingmaker
Richard III's queen, Anne Neville, can be seen to be 'yet another victim of the monster.' Was she a character in her own right though or just a bystander of history?
coronation • anne neville • richard iii • earl of warwick • kingmaker
Elizabeth Wydville and Richard III
Elizabeth Wydville's life goes from bad to worse under Richard III's reign. She even contemplated marriage between her eldest daughter, Elizabeth of York, and her uncle!
elizabeth woodville • wife of edward iv of england • richard iii • biography • son edward v
Elizabeth Wydville's life goes from bad to worse under Richard III's reign. She even contemplated marriage between her eldest daughter, Elizabeth of York, and her uncle!
elizabeth woodville • wife of edward iv of england • richard iii • biography • son edward v
Politics and Richard III, Part 1 of 4: Richard and Anne
How political are Shakespeare's political plays? Part 1 in a 4 part series exploring the political influences and historical discrepancies of Shakespeare's Richard III explores the relationship between Richard and his wife Anne in Shakespeare's plays and in history.
richard iii • shakespeare • politics
How political are Shakespeare's political plays? Part 1 in a 4 part series exploring the political influences and historical discrepancies of Shakespeare's Richard III explores the relationship between Richard and his wife Anne in Shakespeare's plays and in history.
richard iii • shakespeare • politics
Princess Bridget of York - Daughter of Edward IV
Princess Bridget was born on November 10, 1480. She was the tenth and youngest child of Edward IV and his Queen, Elizabeth Woodville.
priness bridget • edward iv • elizabeth woodville • richard iii • bermondsey abbey
Princess Bridget was born on November 10, 1480. She was the tenth and youngest child of Edward IV and his Queen, Elizabeth Woodville.
priness bridget • edward iv • elizabeth woodville • richard iii • bermondsey abbey
Richard III - Analysis and Synopsis
Richard III is one of Shakespeare early History Plays. As with many of Shakespeare's plays it is not comfortable in one genre, and it is often referred to as a tragedy.
king richard iii • richard the third • shakespeare • shakespeare's history plays • richard duke of york
Richard III is one of Shakespeare early History Plays. As with many of Shakespeare's plays it is not comfortable in one genre, and it is often referred to as a tragedy.
king richard iii • richard the third • shakespeare • shakespeare's history plays • richard duke of york
Richard III and Middleham Castle
Richard III was the last reigning English monarch to be killed in battle. He spent his boyhood at Middleham Castle.
richard iii • last plantagenet king • battle of bosworth • last reigning english monarch to die in battle • henry tutor
Richard III was the last reigning English monarch to be killed in battle. He spent his boyhood at Middleham Castle.
richard iii • last plantagenet king • battle of bosworth • last reigning english monarch to die in battle • henry tutor
The Battle of Bosworth Field
"I Live a King: If I die, I die a King" - King Richard III, prior to the Battle of Bosworth Field.
battle • of • bosworth • field • market
"I Live a King: If I die, I die a King" - King Richard III, prior to the Battle of Bosworth Field.
battle • of • bosworth • field • market
The Battle of Bosworth Field - Points of View.
There is a lot of controversy surrounding not only the Battle of Bosworth Field, but the characters and ruling abilities of both King's involved. We take a look this week at some of these differing points of view.
debate • battle • of • bosworth • king
There is a lot of controversy surrounding not only the Battle of Bosworth Field, but the characters and ruling abilities of both King's involved. We take a look this week at some of these differing points of view.
debate • battle • of • bosworth • king
The Daughter of Time
An early example of history as mystery, in which
josephine tey • inspector grant • colin dexter • gold dagger award • agatha christie
An early example of history as mystery, in which
josephine tey • inspector grant • colin dexter • gold dagger award • agatha christie
Henry VII
Henry VII was not expected to become the king of England when he was born in 1457 as the Tudors were a minor branch of the House of Lancaster.
henry vii • founder of the tudor dynasty • a long shot for the crown • taking the throne off richard iii • henry viii
Henry VII was not expected to become the king of England when he was born in 1457 as the Tudors were a minor branch of the House of Lancaster.
henry vii • founder of the tudor dynasty • a long shot for the crown • taking the throne off richard iii • henry viii
The Princes In The Tower
Edward V and his brother Richard, Duke of York, are best-known in history as "the Princes in the Tower" since the 15th Century. Their deaths still remain a great mystery.
the princes in the tower • edward v • richard duke of york • tower of london • richard iii
Edward V and his brother Richard, Duke of York, are best-known in history as "the Princes in the Tower" since the 15th Century. Their deaths still remain a great mystery.
the princes in the tower • edward v • richard duke of york • tower of london • richard iii
Colm Feore: Star's Early Days on the Stage
In 2009, Colm Feore revisits the role of Cyrano de Bergerac for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival, and finally gets to play Macbeth - a role he's wanted for 20 years.
colm feore • richard iii • cymbeline • othello • stratford shakepseare festival
In 2009, Colm Feore revisits the role of Cyrano de Bergerac for The Stratford Shakespeare Festival, and finally gets to play Macbeth - a role he's wanted for 20 years.
colm feore • richard iii • cymbeline • othello • stratford shakepseare festival
DAUGHTER OF TIME BY JOSEPHINE TEY : A Book Review
A review of a fascinating book of fiction, which serves to uncover some of the facts regarding the infamous murders of the Princes in Tower. Includes some small, but intriguing insights into some royal romances/relationships of the time, including the love match between Cecily Nevill and Richard Plantagenet, and Edward IV and his marriage Elizabeth Woodville, as well as another questionable marriage to Eleanor Butler.
lynne remick • the princes in the tower • plantagenet • richard iii • henry vii
A review of a fascinating book of fiction, which serves to uncover some of the facts regarding the infamous murders of the Princes in Tower. Includes some small, but intriguing insights into some royal romances/relationships of the time, including the love match between Cecily Nevill and Richard Plantagenet, and Edward IV and his marriage Elizabeth Woodville, as well as another questionable marriage to Eleanor Butler.
lynne remick • the princes in the tower • plantagenet • richard iii • henry vii
Edward IV
Edward IV was the eldest son of the first Yorkist to claim the English throne, Richard, Duke of York.
edward iv • richard duke of york • henry vi • elizabeth woodville • richard iii
Edward IV was the eldest son of the first Yorkist to claim the English throne, Richard, Duke of York.
edward iv • richard duke of york • henry vi • elizabeth woodville • richard iii
Henry VIII's Family and Early History
This first article in a series on the life and times of England's infamous King Henry VIII explores key events in Henry's family and early history.
henry viii family • henry viii early history • henry's parents • arthur • wars of the roses
This first article in a series on the life and times of England's infamous King Henry VIII explores key events in Henry's family and early history.
henry viii family • henry viii early history • henry's parents • arthur • wars of the roses
Kline To Star In King Lear
Kevin Kline, star of such films as "A Fish Called Wanda" and "De-Lovely", will return to the New York stage this fall in Shakespeare's King Lear.
kevin kline • public theatre • new york city • james lapine • henry iv
Kevin Kline, star of such films as "A Fish Called Wanda" and "De-Lovely", will return to the New York stage this fall in Shakespeare's King Lear.
kevin kline • public theatre • new york city • james lapine • henry iv
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival is a Lake Tahoe long-standing tradition that happens every summer. This year's event takes place from July 10 through August 17, 2008.
lake tahoe • shakespeare festival • incline village • richard iii • midsummer night's dream
The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival is a Lake Tahoe long-standing tradition that happens every summer. This year's event takes place from July 10 through August 17, 2008.
lake tahoe • shakespeare festival • incline village • richard iii • midsummer night's dream
Margaret Beaufort
Lady Margaret Beaufort was the Tudor dynasty's matriarch. She harboured strong ambitions for her son during the turbulent Wars of the Roses. She wept at his coronation.
margaret beaufort • biography • henry vii • wars of the roses • richard iii
Lady Margaret Beaufort was the Tudor dynasty's matriarch. She harboured strong ambitions for her son during the turbulent Wars of the Roses. She wept at his coronation.
margaret beaufort • biography • henry vii • wars of the roses • richard iii
Market Bosworth
Rich in history, Market Bosworth is foremostly remembered for it's association with the War of the Roses. The Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, was the culmination of a 30 year war and saw the defeat of Yorkist King Richard III.
battle • of • bosworth • king • richard
Rich in history, Market Bosworth is foremostly remembered for it's association with the War of the Roses. The Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, was the culmination of a 30 year war and saw the defeat of Yorkist King Richard III.
battle • of • bosworth • king • richard
Shakespeare's Main Story Sources
Shakespeare pulled from many sources the inspiration for his plays, but there were two in particular to which he turned again and again.
shakespeare • holinshed • plutarch • greeks • romans
Shakespeare pulled from many sources the inspiration for his plays, but there were two in particular to which he turned again and again.
shakespeare • holinshed • plutarch • greeks • romans
The Dawning of the Tudor Sun I
A brief examination of the claim of Henry VII's claim to the English throne.
henry tudor • richard iii • bosworth field • 1485 • battle
A brief examination of the claim of Henry VII's claim to the English throne.
henry tudor • richard iii • bosworth field • 1485 • battle
The Dawning of the Tudor Sun II
The death of Richard III, and my own personal belief to that particular question.Did he, or didn't he kill his nephews in the Tower?
richard iii • battle of bosworth • england • edward iv • anne neville
The death of Richard III, and my own personal belief to that particular question.Did he, or didn't he kill his nephews in the Tower?
richard iii • battle of bosworth • england • edward iv • anne neville
The Possible Origin of Humpty Dumpty
One thing is known for certain. The original Humpty Dumpty was definitely not an egg.
origin humpty dumpty • nursery rhyme character • humpty dumpty person • humpty dumpty cannon • one eyed thompson
One thing is known for certain. The original Humpty Dumpty was definitely not an egg.
origin humpty dumpty • nursery rhyme character • humpty dumpty person • humpty dumpty cannon • one eyed thompson
Who Was Perkin Warbeck?
During the reign of King Henry VII, Perkin Warbeck claimed a birthright to the English throne, pretending to be Richard of Shrewsbury, son of King Edward IV.
perkin warbeck • pretender to the english throne • edward iv • richard iii • henry vii
During the reign of King Henry VII, Perkin Warbeck claimed a birthright to the English throne, pretending to be Richard of Shrewsbury, son of King Edward IV.
perkin warbeck • pretender to the english throne • edward iv • richard iii • henry vii
Edward of Lancaster, Prince of Wales
The death of the Edward, Prince of Wales on 4th May, 1471, ended the line of the House of Lancaster. How different history may have been had this young prince survived.
edward of lancaster • prince of wales born • henry vi deposed • resoration of henry vi • house of lancaster
The death of the Edward, Prince of Wales on 4th May, 1471, ended the line of the House of Lancaster. How different history may have been had this young prince survived.
edward of lancaster • prince of wales born • henry vi deposed • resoration of henry vi • house of lancaster
Elizabeth Wydville In Sanctuary
Elizabeth Wydville's story continues. She faces danger during the Readeption of Henry VI. (She is usually known as Elizabeth Woodville in history books.)
elizabeth woodville • readeption of henry vi • queen-consort of edward iv • westminster abbey • biography
Elizabeth Wydville's story continues. She faces danger during the Readeption of Henry VI. (She is usually known as Elizabeth Woodville in history books.)
elizabeth woodville • readeption of henry vi • queen-consort of edward iv • westminster abbey • biography
Richard and The Queen's Brother.
Author Sandra Worth discusses Anthony Woodville and his relationship with Richard III.
english history • tudor • tudor england • tudor monarchs • tudor personages
Author Sandra Worth discusses Anthony Woodville and his relationship with Richard III.
english history • tudor • tudor england • tudor monarchs • tudor personages
10 Things to do in York
The Romans, Vikings and Normans all settled in York and shaped its character. Today, visitors find a vibrant city, with a living history.
york • things to do in york • york days out • visit york • york tourist information
The Romans, Vikings and Normans all settled in York and shaped its character. Today, visitors find a vibrant city, with a living history.
york • things to do in york • york days out • visit york • york tourist information
Beloved Prince or Hunchbacked monster? The Mystery of Richard the III
Did Richard III murder the little Princes?
richard iii • earl of warwick • elizabeth woodville • the little princes • duke of buckingham
Did Richard III murder the little Princes?
richard iii • earl of warwick • elizabeth woodville • the little princes • duke of buckingham
Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey
"Daughter of Time," written in 1951 by Josephine Tey, is a wonderful example of a tightly written mystery novel.
josephine tey • daughter of time • mystery novel • mystery book • detective novel
"Daughter of Time," written in 1951 by Josephine Tey, is a wonderful example of a tightly written mystery novel.
josephine tey • daughter of time • mystery novel • mystery book • detective novel
Elizabeth Wydville Queen-Dowager
Elizabeth Wydville becomes Queen-Dowager when her eldest daughter married Henry VII.
elizabeth woodville queen-dowager • daughter elizabeth of york • henry vii of england • biography • st george's chapel windsor
Elizabeth Wydville becomes Queen-Dowager when her eldest daughter married Henry VII.
elizabeth woodville queen-dowager • daughter elizabeth of york • henry vii of england • biography • st george's chapel windsor
Henry VII (1485-1509)
Henry VII brought peace, prosperity and national pride to England. His reign ended the bloody Wars of the Roses. He became an outstandingly successful English king.
henry vii • wars of the roses • pembroke castle • edmund tudor • lady margaret beaufort
Henry VII brought peace, prosperity and national pride to England. His reign ended the bloody Wars of the Roses. He became an outstandingly successful English king.
henry vii • wars of the roses • pembroke castle • edmund tudor • lady margaret beaufort
How the Tudors Came to Power
The rise to power of a Welshman who had only a weak claim to the throne, but ended the Wars of the Roses and started one of the most famous dynasties in history.
how the tudors came to power • king henry vii • tthe birth of thetudor dynasty • wars of the roses • richard iii
The rise to power of a Welshman who had only a weak claim to the throne, but ended the Wars of the Roses and started one of the most famous dynasties in history.
how the tudors came to power • king henry vii • tthe birth of thetudor dynasty • wars of the roses • richard iii
John Barrymore, The Great Profile
The good looks of John Barrymore earned him the title, "The Great Profile", and his performances earned him high praise as a Shakespearean performer.
john barrymore the great profile • matinee idol member of drew and barrymore acting f • broadway debut and matinee idol status • shakespearean actor as richard iii and hamlet • the great profile as dr. jekyll and mr. hyde
The good looks of John Barrymore earned him the title, "The Great Profile", and his performances earned him high praise as a Shakespearean performer.
john barrymore the great profile • matinee idol member of drew and barrymore acting f • broadway debut and matinee idol status • shakespearean actor as richard iii and hamlet • the great profile as dr. jekyll and mr. hyde
Richard and The Queen’s Brother (Part one.)
Author Sandra Worth discusses Anthony Woodville and his relationship with Richard III.
english history • tudor • tudor england • tudor monarchs • tudor personages
Author Sandra Worth discusses Anthony Woodville and his relationship with Richard III.
english history • tudor • tudor england • tudor monarchs • tudor personages
The Life and Trials of Jasper Tudor
A concise study of the career of Jasper Tudor, uncle to King Henry VII and Earl of Pembroke.
jasper tudor • tudors • plantaganets • bosworth • richard iii
A concise study of the career of Jasper Tudor, uncle to King Henry VII and Earl of Pembroke.
jasper tudor • tudors • plantaganets • bosworth • richard iii
The Six Wives of Henry VIII, A New (I Hope) Perspective
Who was Henry VIII really? Why was he so often married? What was he seeking? And who were the women who became pawns -- willingly or unwillingly -- of his passion and his power?
henry viii • catherine of aragon • anne boleyn • jane seymour • anne of cleves
Who was Henry VIII really? Why was he so often married? What was he seeking? And who were the women who became pawns -- willingly or unwillingly -- of his passion and his power?
henry viii • catherine of aragon • anne boleyn • jane seymour • anne of cleves
Richard the Third
A few noted on Richard the Third and the answer to the question "Was Shakespeare a bad boy?"
william • shakespeare • history • richard • third
A few noted on Richard the Third and the answer to the question "Was Shakespeare a bad boy?"
william • shakespeare • history • richard • third
Margaret Beaufort - Mother of Henry VII
The birth of Henry VII was steeped in drama. Born on January 28th 1457, at the home of his uncle Jasper in Wales, this young boy was destined to become King of England .
margaret beaufort • henry vii • battle of bosworth • jasper tudor • catherine of aragon
The birth of Henry VII was steeped in drama. Born on January 28th 1457, at the home of his uncle Jasper in Wales, this young boy was destined to become King of England .
margaret beaufort • henry vii • battle of bosworth • jasper tudor • catherine of aragon
The Evolution of Shakespeare's Women
How did women's power change through the course of Shakespeare's career? And what does this say about his own view of women and the world?
shakespeare • women in literature • feminist literature
How did women's power change through the course of Shakespeare's career? And what does this say about his own view of women and the world?
shakespeare • women in literature • feminist literature
Tower of London: Visitor Guide
The Tower of London is one of the city's top visitor attractions, ranking alongside Buckingham Palace, the British Museum and Big Ben as a 'must see' sight for London
tower • london • england • beefeaters • top tourist attraction
The Tower of London is one of the city's top visitor attractions, ranking alongside Buckingham Palace, the British Museum and Big Ben as a 'must see' sight for London
tower • london • england • beefeaters • top tourist attraction
About Leicester and Leicestershire
A brief look at Leicestershire's location, it's past, it's present and it's crowning achievements. Glance into a sadistic past and then step into the present day. You'll be surprised!
leicestershire • leicester • history • cromwell • richard
A brief look at Leicestershire's location, it's past, it's present and it's crowning achievements. Glance into a sadistic past and then step into the present day. You'll be surprised!
leicestershire • leicester • history • cromwell • richard
Book Review: Isabel la Catolica, Queen of Castile: critical essays.
"[Isabel la Católica] is a cautionary tale about the emotion-stirring power of myth, symbol and belief." Book review.
isabel the catholic • isabel of castile • tudors • tudor period • tudor england
"[Isabel la Católica] is a cautionary tale about the emotion-stirring power of myth, symbol and belief." Book review.
isabel the catholic • isabel of castile • tudors • tudor period • tudor england
William Shakespeare Biography
Brief biography of William Shakespeare, best known for Sonnet collections, tragedy, comedy and historical plays; and for his imagery and characters.
shakespeare biography • english playwright shakespeare • english poet • hamlet • measure for measure
Brief biography of William Shakespeare, best known for Sonnet collections, tragedy, comedy and historical plays; and for his imagery and characters.
shakespeare biography • english playwright shakespeare • english poet • hamlet • measure for measure
All those words!
The influence of William Shakespeare on the field of music; opera, film, orchestral, ballet, etc.
shakespeare music opera ballet film olivie
The influence of William Shakespeare on the field of music; opera, film, orchestral, ballet, etc.
shakespeare music opera ballet film olivie
Saint Agnes Day, 1457
Come back with me to the day a young girl gave birth to a son, a son who would one day be the first Tudor King.
tudor • margaret beaufort • edmund • henry tudor.
Come back with me to the day a young girl gave birth to a son, a son who would one day be the first Tudor King.
tudor • margaret beaufort • edmund • henry tudor.
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