Une historienne britannique dont les études principales se concentrent sur le règne d'Élisabeth Ire, avec un accent particulier sur les thèmes du mariage et de la succession. Son travail explore les complexités de l'histoire britannique et européenne du début de l'ère moderne, offrant un aperçu approfondi des questions politiques et sociales de l'époque. Elle apporte ses vastes connaissances à son rôle académique d'éducatrice à l'Université d'Oxford.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.