Tudor Times Boeken

Hugely informative and stunningly produced, the Mary, Queen of Scots Book of Days pairs a practical perpetual diary with a wealth of material on the life and times of Mary, Queen of Scots (1542–1587).The first woman to be crowned as a queen regnant in the British Isles, the tumultuous life and tragic end of Mary, Queen of Scots has fascinated people for centuries. Each of the 365 days of the calendar year has the date, but not the day, of the month, allowing the owner to record events and reminders over many years. The linen-effect cover reproduces a detail from François Clouet’s Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots (circa 1558), courtesy of the Royal Collection Trust, with the interior printed on Munken Pure paper, perfect for writing, and completed with a ribbon bookmark.• How to use the perpetual diary• Six days at a glance with space for notes• At-a-glance year planner• List special occasions each month• Ideal for recurring annual events• Can be returned to for years to come Stuart history and Mary, Queen of Scots’ life and reign• Inspired by Renaissance-period Books of Hours• Biographic overview of Mary, Queen of Scots• An elegy by Mary• A list of key facts about Mary, Queen of Scots• Mary, Queen of Scots quotes• Descriptions of a significant event and place at the start of each month• Stuart-period saints and feast days• Index of people and events

James V's life, although short, was action packed. King from the age of eighteen months, he weathered a difficult minority, as Scottish lords around him vied for supremacy in a period when influence within Scotland was bitterly contested between France and England. Taking a firm grip on power at the age of sixteen, James soon showed he was a king to be reckoned with. Concerned with justice, as well as improving crown authority, he still had time to travel to France and bring back new ideas of architecture, embodied in his beautiful palaces of Stirling and Falkland. ABOUT THE SERIES: Tudor Times Insights are ebooks collating articles from our website www.tudortimes.co.uk which is a repository for a wide variety of information about the Tudor and Stewart period 1485 - 1625. There you can find material on People, Places, Daily Life, Military & Warfare, Politics & Economics and Religion. The site has a Book Review section, with author interviews and a book club. It also features comprehensive family trees, and a 'What's On' event list with information about forthcoming activities relevant to the Tudors and Stewarts.

Lady Penelope Devereux lived a life of romance and intrigue - Sir Philip Sidney's muse, and sister to the ill-fated Earl of Essex, this great-grand-daughter of Mary Boleyn was one of the leading lights of the late Elizabeth and Jacobean age - although she was described by James VI & I as 'a fair woman with a black soul'. ABOUT THE SERIES: Tudor Times Insights are ebooks collating articles from our website www.tudortimes.co.uk which is a repository for a wide variety of information about the Tudor and Stewart period 1485 - 1625. There you can find material on People, Places, Daily Life, Military & Warfare, Politics & Economics and Religion. The site has a Book Review section, with author interviews and a book club. It also features comprehensive family trees, and a 'What's On' event list with information about forthcoming activities relevant to the Tudors and Stewarts

Marie of Guise was whisked from a quiet childhood in a convent to an arranged marriage with a French Prince du Sang at the instigation of Francois I. Widowed within three years, she was obliged to marry again, this time to the widowed James V of Scotland (her other choice being Henry VIII - whom she hastily refused!) Carried off to Scotland, leaving her three-year old son behind, she quickly became an important patron of arts and culture at the Scottish court. Widowed again, 31 year old Marie was left to fight a valiant battle to protect not only the inheritance, but also the life, of her baby daughter, Mary, Queen of Scots. For eighteen years, Marie strove to keep Scotland safe for her daughter, negotiating the dangerous currents of the Reformation and the struggle between France and England to control Scotland. ABOUT THE SERIES: Tudor Times Insights are ebooks collating articles from our website www.tudortimes.co.uk which is a repository for a wide variety of information about the Tudor and Stewart period 1485 - 1625. There you can find material on People, Places, Daily Life, Military & Warfare, Politics & Economics and Religion. The site has a Book Review section, with author interviews and a book club. It also features comprehensive family trees, and a 'What's On' event list with information about forthcoming activities relevant to the Tudors and Stewarts.

Featuring a beautifully designed layout, this perpetual diary allows users to document important dates and seasonal notes while highlighting significant Tudor events. Each week spans a double page, offering space for personal annotations alongside historical details. The book also includes a reference section with biographical information on over 150 Tudor figures. Its stunning cover showcases Tudor roses, inspired by the Book of Hours, which served both as a devotional guide and a personal record for significant life events in the mid-16th century.

Featuring a collection of 20 postcards, this set showcases poignant quotations from notable Tudor and Renaissance figures. The quotes, spanning a spectrum from inspiring to cynical, resonate with contemporary audiences. Each postcard is adorned with striking patterns inspired by the intricate designs of formal knot gardens from that historical period, blending art and wisdom in a unique and visually appealing format.

Featuring quotations from influential Tudor and Renaissance figures, this pack of 10 greeting cards encourages recipients to seize opportunities with timeless wisdom. The designs are enhanced by striking patterns inspired by the iconic black-and-white architecture of the era, making each card not only a source of inspiration but also a visual tribute to the rich artistic heritage of the time.

Featuring quotations from notable Tudor and Renaissance figures like Francis Bacon, Christopher Marlowe, Desiderius Erasmus, and Leonardo da Vinci, this pack of 5 bookmarks celebrates the era's literary passion. Each bookmark showcases striking patterns inspired by the formal knot gardens of the time, blending aesthetic beauty with intellectual inspiration. Perfect for book lovers, these bookmarks serve as a stylish reminder of the rich literary heritage from this historical period.

Hugely informative and stunningly produced, the Elizabeth I Book of Days pairs a practical perpetual diary with a wealth of material on the life and times of the last Tudor queen, Elizabeth I (1533-1603), one of England's most iconic and celebrated monarchs. Each of the 365 days of the calendar year has the date, but not the day, of the month, allowing the owner to record events and reminders over many years. The linen-effect cover reproduces a detail from William Segar's Ermine Portrait of the queen (1585), courtesy of Hatfield House, with the interior printed on Munken Pure paper, perfect for writing, and completed with a ribbon bookmark. The high-quality production and luxurious feel make this an ideal gift item for anyone with an interest in the Tudor period. Perpetual diary: - How to use the perpetual diary - Six days at a glance with space for notes - At-a-glance year planner - List special occasions each month - Ideal for recurring annual events - Can be returned to for years to come Tudor history and Elizabeth I's life and reign: - Inspired by Renaissance-period Books of Hours - Biographic overview of Elizabeth I - A sonnet by the Queen - A list of key facts about Elizabeth I - Elizabeth I quotes - Descriptions of a significant event and place at the start of each month - Tudor-period saints and feast days - Index of people and events