Author Archives: Tamise

Bradgate News

A grant from Historic England Trust, will help to preserve Bradgate Park. You can read the full story at the BBC – Lady Jane Grey: Grant to preserve ruins of nine days’ queen’s home

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Another book that features Lady Jane to look forward to….

30 April – Edward VI: Henry VIII’s Overshadowed Son by Stephanie Kline ‘For too long, King Edward VI has been pushed to the very edges of Tudor history – overlooked in favour of some of the more vibrant personalities of … Continue reading

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My review of ‘The Granddaughters of Edward III’ by Kathryn Warner

Kathryn Warner’s latest book, is a fascinating look at the 11 granddaughters of King Edward III and Queen Philippa of Hainault. While I knew a little about Edward III and his sons, I did not know very much about his … Continue reading

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‘Women and Power at the French Court, 1483-1563’ by Susan Broomhall added to the website…

‘Women and Power at the French Court, 1483-1563’ by Susan Broomhall added to the General Works section of the bibliography. Entry added to the following: Places – Items – Tapestries

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Books 2023 – a book that features Lady Jane – Educating the Tudors by Amy McElroy, on sale now…

‘Education during the Tudor era was a privilege and took many forms including schools, colleges and apprenticeships. Those responsible for delivering education came from a variety of backgrounds from the humble parish priest to the most famed poet-laureates of the … Continue reading

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