Category Archives: Books 2018

Books 2018 – on sale now – Elizabeth I of England through Valois Eyes by Estelle Paranaque

Posted on 10th December 2018 by Tamise

‘This book examines the first thirty years of Elizabeth I’s reign from the perspective of the Valois kings, Charles IX and Henri III of France. Estelle Paranque sifts through hundreds of French letters and ambassadorial reports to construct a fuller … Continue reading →

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Books 2018 – on sale now – a book that features Lady Jane…

Posted on 28th November 2018 by Tamise

Exploring the Lives of Women, 1558-1837 edited by Louise Duckling, Sara Read, Felicity Roberts, Carolyn D Williams ‘Exploring the Lives of Women, 1558-1837 is an engaging and lively collection of original, thought-provoking essays. Its route from Lady Jane Grey’s nine-day … Continue reading →

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Books 2018 – 2 books on sale today…

Posted on 15th November 2018 by Tamise

Silk and the Sword: The Women of the Norman Conquest by Sharon Bennett Connolly ‘The momentous events of 1066, the story of invasion, battle and conquest, are well known. But what of the women? Harold II of England had been … Continue reading →

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Books 2018 – on sale today – Henry VIII and the men who made him: The secret history behind the Tudor throne by Tracy Borman

Posted on 1st November 2018 by Tamise

‘Henry VIII is well known for his tumultuous relationships with women, and he is often defined by his many marriages. But what do we see if we take a different look? When we see Henry through the men in his … Continue reading →