The story of the troubled accession of England's first Scottish king and the transition from the age of the Tudors to the age of the Stuarts at the dawn of the seventeenth century.
Susan Doran Orden de los libros
Una historiadora británica cuyos estudios principales se centran en el reinado de Isabel I, con un enfoque particular en los temas del matrimonio y la sucesión. Su obra profundiza en las complejidades de la historia británica y europea de la Edad Moderna, ofreciendo una profunda visión de las cuestiones políticas y sociales de la época. Aporta su amplio conocimiento a su papel académico como educadora en la Universidad de Oxford.
- 2024
- 2015
Exploring the intricate marriage negotiations of Elizabeth I, the book provides a thorough analysis of her celibacy against a backdrop of political and religious dynamics. Doran presents an authoritative yet accessible examination, shedding light on the implications of the Queen's marital decisions in shaping her reign and the broader historical landscape.
- 2008
Tudors and Stuarts on Film
- 240 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
Why should films be historically accurate? Why are some monarchs popular subjects in film and others virtually ignored? Leading historians analyze films set in Tudor and Stuart Britain, exploring their historical context and their accuracy. They explore the preoccupations of the filmmakers, the sources they used and each film's reception.
- 2000
Elizabeth I and Foreign Policy, 1558-1603
- 96 páginas
- 4 horas de lectura
Set against the backdrop of 1558, the narrative explores Elizabeth I's challenges as she ascends to the throne amidst ongoing wars with France and Scotland. The financial strain these conflicts impose on the English crown and economy is a central theme, highlighting the complexities of her reign and the historical legacy she must navigate.
- 1998
This book provides a thematic survey of English foreign policy in the sixteenth century, focusing on the influence of the concept of honour, security concerns, religious ideology and commercial interests on the making of policy.
- 1996
England and Europe 1485-1603
- 152 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
Focusing on England's foreign policy under the Tudor monarchs, this Seminar Study offers a detailed analysis of each reign, exploring the influence of both monarchs and ministers in shaping policy. It presents a narrative of significant events and decisions, providing students with essential insights into the complexities of Tudor diplomacy and governance. Key questions are addressed, making it a valuable resource for understanding the political landscape of the era.