Tag Archives: Richard Heath

Was Jane Queen for 9 or 13 days?

Posted on 10th July 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

Christine Hartweg (author of ‘John Dudley: The Life of Lady Jane Grey’s Father-In-Law ’) I do believe that Jane Grey was queen from the day her predecessor died, 6 July 1553. It is true his death was kept secret for … Continue reading →

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‘Killing Monarchs: Regicide in the Tudor and Stuart Age’ by Richard Heath added to the website…

Posted on 23rd February 2026 by ladyjanegreyreference

‘Killing Monarchs: Regicide in the Tudor and Stuart Age’ by Richard Heath added to the General Works section of the bibliography. Entries added to the following: Primary Accounts – Birth, Ascham Art – Other Representations – Van de Passe Writings … Continue reading →

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‘Killing Monarchs’ Interview with Richard Heath

Posted on 22nd December 2025 by Tamise

Richard Heath is the author of ‘Killing Monarchs: Regicide in the Tudor and Stuart Age’, which was published by Pen and Sword in September. Richard’s previous works include ‘Charles V: Duty and Dynasty’ and ‘Henry VIII and Charles V: Rival … Continue reading →

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Books 2025 – on sale now – Killing Monarchs: Regicide in the Tudor and Stuart Age by Richard Heath

Posted on 23rd September 2025 by Tamise

Rulers (and would-be rulers) have always faced the possibility of a violent death. Between the seventh and eighteenth centuries over 20% of all British and European monarchs suffered such a fate. Some died in battle or in accidents but most … Continue reading →