The Reign of Mary Tudor by James Anthony Froude
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About this eBook
| Author | Froude, James Anthony, 1818-1894 |
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| Editor | Rhys, Ernest, 1859-1946 |
| Title | The Reign of Mary Tudor |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Reign of Mary Tudor" by James Anthony Froude is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the tumultuous reign of Queen Mary I of England, her attempts to restore Catholicism, and the societal and political challenges she faced. The book delves into the historical events surrounding her rule, including her marriage to Philip of Spain and the subsequent conflicts which marked her time as queen. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth examination of the controversy surrounding Mary Tudor's reign. It begins with the aftermath of King Edward VI's death, portraying the chaos and uncertainty that engulfed England as Mary, a devout Catholic, prepared to claim her rights to the throne. Froude introduces the antagonistic backdrop of her accession, characterized by political maneuvering, religious fervor, and the clash of loyalties that would define her rule. As Mary quickly runs into potential threats against her claim, including the rival faction supporting Lady Jane Grey, the narrative foreshadows the struggles and heartaches awaiting the queen, who is portrayed as both a victim of her circumstances and a figure of historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Mary I, Queen of England, 1516-1558 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Mary I, 1553-1558 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22546 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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