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‘Lionessheart: The Life and Times of Joanna Plantagenet’ Interview with Catherine Hanley

Catherine Hanley is the author of ‘Lionessheart: The Life and Times of Joanna Plantagenet’ which was published by The History Press last month. Catherine is also the author of ‘Matilda: Empress, Queen, Warrior’, ‘1217: The Battles that Saved England’, and … Continue reading

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Books 2025 – a book with a link to Jane to look forward to…

30 August – The Race for Elizabeth I’s Throne: Rival Tudor Cousins by Beverley Adams ‘As the childless Elizabeth I lay on her deathbed, discussions over who would succeed her as ruler of England raged on amongst her advisors. The … Continue reading

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The ‘Edwards’ portrait of Lady Jane Grey

A possible portrait of Lady Jane Grey, which came to light at an auction in July 2024, was sold, restored and then sold again, has now been analysed by its new owner. The new owner just happens to be Lady … Continue reading

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Books 2025 – on sale today – Lionessheart: The Life and Times of Joanna Plantagenet by Catherine Hanley

‘Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine are two of the most recognisable figures of the Middle Ages, and almost certainly the best-known couple. The lives of their sons have been examined in detail many times, but their daughters are barely … Continue reading

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Books 2025 – on sale today – Secrets of the Tudor Portraits by Sylvia Barbara Soberton

‘ Step into the dazzling world of Tudor England, where art and power intertwine. In Secrets of the Tudor Portraits, Sylvia Barbara Soberton uncovers the hidden stories behind some of the most iconic images of the Tudor period. From the … Continue reading

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