Author Archives: Tamise

Books 2024 – on sale today – Tudor Feminists: 10 Renaissance Women Ahead of their Time by Rebecca Wilson

Posted on 30th January 2024 by Tamise

30 January – Tudor Feminists: 10 Renaissance Women Ahead of their Time by Rebecca Wilson ‘The term ‘feminist’ would have been anachronistic in the Tudor period, but surely we would not hesitate to call the lady, who would be queen, … Continue reading →

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Two upcoming talks by Dr Stephan Edwards about Lady Jane Grey

Posted on 22nd January 2024 by Tamise

On 4th April 2024, Dr Stephan Edwards will give 2 talks about Lady Jane Grey at the Society of Antiquaries of London. You can attend the talks in person or listen online. Searching for a Portrait of Jane Grey Dudley, … Continue reading →

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‘England’s Forgotten Queen: The Life and Death of Lady Jane Grey’ -Tonight BBC 4 9pm

Posted on 16th January 2024 by Tamise

The first part of ‘England’s Forgotten Queen: The Life and Death of Lady Jane Grey’ is repeated tonight on BBC4 at 9pm. Detailed synopsis of Episode 1

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Books 2024 – on sale today – Women of the Anarchy by Sharon Bennett Connolly

Posted on 15th January 2024 by Tamise

‘In 1135, Stephen of Blois usurped the throne, stealing it from his cousin Empress Matilda and sparking a nineteen-year civil war that would become known as the Anarchy, one of the bloodiest periods in English history. On the one side … Continue reading →