Elizabeth And Essex - A Tragic History

Name: Elizabeth And Essex - A Tragic History
Author: Lytton Strachey
ISBN: 9781473389663

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A fascinating history of Elizabeth I 'The Virgin Queen and one of her male favorites the Earl of Essex, 30 years her junior. The relationship caused a stir in its day and led to questions, rumors and endless gossip.

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Lytton Strachey

Lytton Strachey (1880-1932) , one of the most famous writers of his time, was a pioneer of a new style of biography. A founding member of the Bloomsbury Group, he was best known for writing Eminent Victorians, a collection of biographies of Victorian heroes: Cardinal Manning, Florence Nightingale, Thomas Arnold, and General Gordon. He is also the author of, among others, Landmarks, Elizabeth and Essex and Queen Victoria.

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Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott ~ Full Audiobook: Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott audiobook. Follows the fortunes of the son of a noble Saxon family in Norman England as he woos his lady, disobeys his father, and is loved by another. Set in late 12C England and in Palestine with Richard Cœur-de-Lion at ...
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Belvoir Special Ep. 3: The Role of Woman and Life as a Duchess: In this episode, the Duchess meets Belvoir Castle’s archivist, Vicki Perry, to discuss the history of women at Belvoir Castle, and the Duchess will also meet her daughter, Violet, to talk about what life is like as a duchess.
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Belvoir Special Ep. 3: The Role of Woman and Life as a Duchess: In this episode, the Duchess meets Belvoir Castle’s archivist, Vicki Perry, to discuss the history of women at Belvoir Castle, and the Duchess will also meet her daughter, Violet, to talk about what life is like as a duchess.
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The Countess of Derby of Knowsley Hall: Episode Description:On this episode of Duchess, our hosts travels to meet the lovely Countess of Derby of the beautiful Knowsley Hall. Lady Derby speaks to the Duchess about the impressive lineage of the Stanley family, and Lady Derby explains some of the challenges she encountered when first arriving on the steps of Knowsley Hall. Emma Rutland learns about Knowsley's astounding connection to Shakespeare, we are given an insight into the Stanley's enthusiasm for equestrian sports, and we hear first hand accounts of the what it’s like to run an estate during a pandemic. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“That was the most difficult thing during the lockdown. Everyone had to isolate. It was actually very lonely.” - Lady Derby “It’s hard to describe a stately home life without realising it is very co-dependent.” - Lady Derby “
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The Countess of Derby of Knowsley Hall: Episode Description:On this episode of Duchess, our hosts travels to meet the lovely Countess of Derby of the beautiful Knowsley Hall. Lady Derby speaks to the Duchess about the impressive lineage of the Stanley family, and Lady Derby explains some of the challenges she encountered when first arriving on the steps of Knowsley Hall. Emma Rutland learns about Knowsley's astounding connection to Shakespeare, we are given an insight into the Stanley's enthusiasm for equestrian sports, and we hear first hand accounts of the what it’s like to run an estate during a pandemic. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“That was the most difficult thing during the lockdown. Everyone had to isolate. It was actually very lonely.” - Lady Derby “It’s hard to describe a stately home life without realising it is very co-dependent.” - Lady Derby “
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3. Story of England: Tudor Feuds, Explorers and Fanatics: Dan couldn't do a history of England without a hearty helping of our favourite family.
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This Week in Royal History: March 19-26
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The Death of Elizabeth I: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the death of Queen Elizabeth I.
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The Death of Elizabeth I: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the death of Queen Elizabeth I.
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359 Forgotten Women of Literature 6 - Eliza Haywood and Fantomina | PLUS Keats's Letter on Shakespeare and "Negative Capability"
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