Author Archives: Tamise

Best Reads This Summer

Posted on 5th July 2015 by Tamise

Suitcase Essentials from the Sunday Times Culture Non-Fiction History God’s Traitors by Jessie Childs – A vivid, highly original history that sheds light on the suffering of Catholics under Elizabeth I. p. 30. The Hollow Crown by Dan Jones – … Continue reading →

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My review of Exploring English Castles: Evocative, Romantic, and Mysterious True Tales of the Kings and Queens of the British Isles by Edd Morris

Posted on 1st July 2015 by Tamise

This fascinating book by Edd Morris starts off with a brief history of the castle: from the Norman invasion of 1066, the motte and bailey, the development of the medieval castle to their decline. He then looks at nine castles … Continue reading →

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Books 2015 – on sale today – Exploring English Castles by Edd Morris

Posted on 1st July 2015 by Tamise

1 July – Exploring English Castles: Evocative, Romantic, and Mysterious True Tales of the Kings and Queens of the British Isles by Edd Morris ‘A guide to some of the most historical and picturesque castles in England for romantics and … Continue reading →

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My review of ‘Watch The Lady’ by Elizabeth Fremantle

Posted on 26th June 2015 by Tamise

‘Watch The Lady’ plunges you back into life at the Tudor court, so magnificently depicted by Elizabeth Freemantle in ‘Queen’s Gambit’ and ‘Sisters of Treason.’ Mainly set in the last years of Elizabeth I’s reign, with all the tension of … Continue reading →

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On sale now – The Story of the Tower of London by Tracy Borman

Posted on 24th June 2015 by Tamise

June – The Story of the Tower of London by Tracy Borman ‘This book reveals the fascinating stories, dramatic events and colorful characters that make up the Tower of London’s remarkably long and varied history. Written from a social perspective, … Continue reading →

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