Articles related to "Tudor History"



The Real Queen Elizabeth I
About Elizabeth I and the facts of her life as contrasted with her portrayal in the movie "Elizabeth."
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'Bloody' Mary I
The first part of an article on the life of Mary Tudor, the 'Bloody' Mary of English history.
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'Bloody' Mary III
Part three of the article discussing the life of Mary I.
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An Elizabethan Banquet
A glimpse into the way we dined in 17th Century 'Merrie' England
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Book Revew: Henry Virtuous Prince
David Starkey's latest biography retells Henry VIII's story from the Wars of the Roses until Cardinal Wolsey's influence-before he became a ruthless tyrant.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen IV
We continue the story of Catherine of Aragon.
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Edward VI
The short life of Edward VI was ruled by power-hungry ministers and in the shadow of the reign of his father, Henry VIII.
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England's Saviour - Jane Seymour
Why is Jane Seymour, Henry VIII's third wife often seen as Henry's favourite wife?
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Elizabeth the Queen by Alison Weir
Rich in historical detail and beautifully written, Elizabeth the Queen is Alison Weir's stunning biography of Elizabeth I.
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Review of Brother Dusty-Feet
Rosemary Sutcliff was one of the finest children's writers of her time. This delightful novel is one of her best!
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Visiting the UK - Chester's Historic Tudor Rows
Chester's claim to uniqueness is its medieval raised streets. How the Rows came to exist is a matter for debate. Visiting N.W. England - Don't miss this excursion.
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Book review: Tudor Women: Queens and Commoners.
Book review of Tudor Women by Alison Plowden.

Elizabeth & Leicester
Sarah Gristwood chronicles the relationship between Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley, a romance that has intrigued historians for centuries.
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Henry VIII Man and Monarch – Catalogue Review
"Henry VIII: Man and Monarch" provides an outstanding record of an excellent exhibition. A good read provides fascinating insights into the mind of a great monarch.
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Henry VIII Man and Monarch – Exhibition Review
This exhibition looks at misconceptions about Henry VIII's life - his six wives, the monasteries, the church, the murders, the achievements and his legacy to the nation.
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Mary Boleyn
The elder sister of Anne, Mary Boleyn's relationship with the king helped spark dramatic changes in England before she disappeared from public view until today.
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Write Tudor Fiction
The Tudor period provides today's historical fiction writers with a <b>lusty platform.</b> But the Tudors lived a period different from ours; through clothes, food, gender roles, religion, family, and dialect, Tudor fiction writing can be rendered unbelievable for readers through simple historical errors. "Writing Tudor Fiction" helps historical fiction writers avoid pitfalls.

'The Flander's Mare' - Anne of Cleves
It would the two years before Henry married again, but this time, he would not marry for love.
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Henry Virtuous Prince by David Starkey
David Starkey's new book, published to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne.
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The Best Historic Towns and Cities in the UK
England, Wales and Scotland are packed with so much history; it's difficult to know where to start. This article will give readers some ideas on great places to visit.
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A Battle Royale
A clash between two monarchs, the King of Spain and the Queen of England, sets up a collision course with destiny.
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Catherine of Aragon, Part II
Henry VIII seeks military glory, fathers a princess, and becomes disillusioned with his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
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Katheryn Howard: Henry’s Thorny Rose (Part 1)
Guest writer Lyndal White hopes to change long held views and opinions in this essay about Katheryn Howard, the teenage fifth wife of Henry VIII.

Biography: Queen Elizabeth I
The ruler who brought England into its Golden Age, Queen Elizabeth I returned her country to the Protestant religion andset out to globally expand the nation's borders.
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