1000 Tudor People
Monarchs and magicians, politicians and philosophers, kings, criminals, musicians, and gardeners: learn about one thousand men and women from all walks of life who flourished during the Tudor period.
Mary, Queen of Scots Book of Days
The fourth in the Tudor Times collection that I co-authored, this focuses on the ever-fascinating and enigmatic Mary, Queen of Scots.
Another beautifully produced book from award-winning independent publisher, Graffeg, the Mary, Queen of Scots Book of Days pairs a practical perpetual diary with a wealth of material on the life and times of Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587). The first woman to be crowned as a queen regnant in the British Isles, Mary's tumultuous life and tragic end have fascinated people for centuries. Each of the 365 days of the calendar year has the date, but not the day, of the month, allowing the owner to record their own events and reminders over many years.
Every day an event important in Mary's life is highlighted, and there is an index of people and events, giving more details. At the front, there is a biography of Mary, some interesting facts and one of her sonnets, and each month, one event is covered in depth, alongside information about palaces and castles that were the backdrops to the queen's dramatic life.
All Melita’s Books
The King’s Pearl
Henry VIII and his Daughter Mary
Mary Tudor has always been known as ‘Bloody Mary’, the name given to her by later Protestant chroniclers who vilified her for attempting to re-impose Roman Catholicism in England. Recently, more nuanced accounts of Mary's life have been written, but many now portray her as 'tragic' Mary, which is not necessarily a complete picture either.
The House of Grey
Friends & Foes of Kings
The Grey family was one of mediaeval England’s most important dynasties, serving the kings of England as sheriffs, barons and military leaders from the reign of William the Conqueror.