Lady Jane Grey, And Her Times (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163245439)

Lady Jane Grey, And Her Times is a historical book written by George Howard. The book provides a detailed account of the life and times of Lady Jane Grey, who was the Queen of England for only nine days in 1553. The book explores the political and religious turmoil of the Tudor era, which led to Lady Jane's brief reign and eventual execution. The author delves into Lady Jane's early life, her education, and her marriage to Guildford Dudley. The book also examines the political machinations that led to Lady Jane's ascension to the throne and the subsequent rebellion against her. George Howard provides a vivid description of the key players of the time, including Queen Mary I, Lady Jane's cousin and successor, and the powerful Duke of Northumberland, who orchestrated Lady Jane's rise to power. The book also explores the religious tensions of the time, including Lady Jane's Protestant faith and the Catholicism of Queen Mary. The author provides a nuanced understanding of the religious and political forces that shaped Lady Jane's life and reign. Overall, Lady Jane Grey, And Her Times is a comprehensive and engaging historical account that sheds light on one of the most fascinating and tragic figures of Tudor England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Howard
ISBN-10: 1163245437
ISBN-13: 9781163245439
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 402
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.82d