Author Archives: Tamise

‘Lady Jane Grey Dudley: Fact or Fiction’ – Talk by Dr Stephan Edwards at Bradgate Park

You can watch Stephan Edward’s fascinating talk about the myths relating to Lady Jane Grey which he gave at Bradgate Park last month. While you are there, check out his newly revamped website Some Grey Matter. Lady Jane Grey Dudley: … Continue reading

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Books 2024 – on sale today – Thorns, Lust and Glory: The betrayal of Anne Boleyn by Estelle Paranque

2 May – Thorns, Lust and Glory: The betrayal of Anne Boleyn by Estelle Paranque ‘Anne Boleyn has mesmerised the English public for centuries. Her tragic execution, orchestrated by her own husband, never ceases to intrigue. How did this courtier’s … Continue reading

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My review of ‘1000 Tudor People’ by Melita Thomas

‘1000 Tudor People’ is a must have for anyone with an interest in the Tudor period. Included in the 1000 are royalty, consorts, nobility and ordinary people. As well as biographies, this richly illustrated book covers a wealth of other … Continue reading

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Books 2024 – on sale today – The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women Who Served the Tudor Queens

‘Every Tudor Queen had ladies-in-waiting. They were her confidantes and her chaperones. Only the Queen’s ladies had the right to enter her most private chambers, spending hours helping her to get dressed and undressed, caring for her clothes and jewels, … Continue reading

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‘Three Queens’ by Rosamund Gravelle at the Barons Court Theatre – 23 April to 11 May

‘Three Queens’ by Rosamund Gravelle, opened tonight at the Barons Court Theatre in London. ‘February, 1554. ​Queen Mary wears the crown of a nation divided by religion. Before the dawn breaks, confessions will be made, prayers will be sent, and … Continue reading

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