The Tudors A Very Peculiar History

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2012-01-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759429

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The Tudors, A Very Peculiar History by Jim Pipe Pdf

The Tudors were an odd bunch, even weirder than their subjects, perhaps. When they weren't beheading wives and enemies they were threatening to, or going around earning themselves nicknames like 'Bloody Mary' and 'The 9 Day Queen'. 'The Tudors: A Very Peculiar History; tells the story of the Tudor monarchs, their castles, their lives and their subjects in a time when it was fashionable to slash up your clothes for that 'fresh from battle' look. The book details each monarch's reign and casts light on the more bizarre elements of their time in power, right down to an analysis of their seals and signatures and the various torture and execution methods they liked to use.

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : OCLC:1090052394

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Tudors by Jim Pipe Pdf

Author : Jim Pipe
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759436

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The Tudors, A Very Peculiar History by Jim Pipe Pdf

The Tudors were an odd bunch, even weirder than their subjects, perhaps. When they weren't beheading wives and enemies they were threatening to, or going around earning themselves nicknames like 'Bloody Mary' and 'The 9 Day Queen'. 'The Tudors: A Very Peculiar History; tells the story of the Tudor monarchs, their castles, their lives and their subjects in a time when it was fashionable to slash up your clothes for that 'fresh from battle' look. The book details each monarch's reign and casts light on the more bizarre elements of their time in power, right down to an analysis of their seals and signatures and the various torture and execution methods they liked to use.

Author : Antony Mason
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-01-11
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759108

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Kings and Queens - A Very Peculiar History by Antony Mason Pdf

Which king's guards massacred a group of his supporters by mistake? Who had an oversized tongue and had to slobber when they ate food? Who was so large when they died that they had to be buried in a square coffin? Who survived seven assassination attempts? As you can tell from the bizarre questions above, it wasn't all thrones and sceptres for British kings and queens. Some of them were completely batty, and others were downright vicious. On the other hand, some monarchs were an icon to the people and represented the power and importance of Britain and England. 'Kings & Queens, A Very Peculiar History' explores some of the most marvellous monarchs to have ruled Britain and ekes out their bizarre habits and idiosyncracies, featuring quirky stories and fascinating facts and lists.

Author : Fiona Macdonald
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-16
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759764

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Royal Weddings, A Very Peculiar History by Fiona Macdonald Pdf

With the echo of regal church bells still ringing in the ears of royalists and well-wishers worldwide, Fiona Macdonald take a look at the quirky, odd and downright bizarre circumstances surrounding the weddings of the kings, queens, princes and princesses of Britain. One must leave one's sense of decorum at the palace gates as the author tells the wacky stories surrounding the preparations, dresses, ceremonies and national moods that went with the excitement of a royal wedding, from England's resident marriage addict Henry VIII, through Anne Hyde, the 'commoner' who birthed two queens, right up to Prince Charles, Princess Diana and their son and daughter-in-law to be. Featuring facts, figures and family trees, Royal Weddings, A Very Peculiar History is sure to keep one in the spirit of things, even after the last fleck of confetti has touched the ground.

Author : Jacqueline Morley
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908759399

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William Shakespeare, A Very Peculiar History by Jacqueline Morley Pdf

William Shakespeare, A Very Peculiar History' uniquely explores the life and works of the widely-regarded greatest writer of the English language. Through dispelling common myths (Could his father really not read or write? What really happened during 'the Lost Years'? Why did he retire from writing while only in his early 40s?) and revealing fascinating trivia, this book attempts to answer many of the often-disputed questions surrounding the life of Britain's favourite playwright. Find out about Shakespeare's family and childhood, and, with much reference to his works, discover why his writing has endured the test of time and remains endlessly adaptable. 'Exit, pursued by a bear'.

Author : Macmillan Library Reference USA.
Publisher : Macmillan Reference USA
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Kings and rulers
ISBN : 0028653750

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Kings and Queens by Macmillan Library Reference USA. Pdf

Profiles notable monarchs, past and present, from around the world.

Author : David Arscott,David Salariya
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781910184882

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Wine A Very Peculiar History by David Arscott,David Salariya Pdf

Wine, A Very Peculiar History takes a sideways look at one of the oldest and most widely consumed beverages in the world. You'll learn about the origins of the fermenting process, the drink's place in mythology and culture, and the ways in which tastes – and wine itself – have developed over the centuries.

Author : Jacqueline Morley
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781909645196

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Gardening A Very Peculiar History by Jacqueline Morley Pdf

Jacqueline Morley explores the history of one of Britain's favourite pastimes – gardening. Telling the story of gardens from paradise gardens of the ancient world to classically-influenced Renaissance gardens, and from wartime Digging for Victory to contemporary decking, barbecues and architect's designs, this pocket-sized book takes a thorough look at the development of gardening. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes and incredible trivia, readers will be entertained and educated, discovering everything from medieval gardening to the garden's significance today.

Author : Fiona Macdonald,David Salariya
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781909645202

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Great Scots A Very Peculiar History by Fiona Macdonald,David Salariya Pdf

Great Scots, A Very Peculiar History looks at a whole host of great (and not so great) Scots and their influence on the world. The book features a short history of each person, detailing their achievements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. Including chapters about Scots in power, scientific Scots, scandalous Scots and many, many more, Great Scots, A Very Peculiar History celebrates the men and women who have helped to shape Scottish history.

Author : Jacqueline Morley
Publisher : The Salariya Book Company
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-03
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781910184455

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Make Do And Mend A Very Peculiar History by Jacqueline Morley Pdf

Jacqueline Morley explores the story of clothing in a time of crisis. Telling the story of clothes rationing, the Utility Scheme and 'Make-do and Mend', this pocket-sized book takes a thorough look at Britain and other countries, and how they dealt with a drastically reduced supply of clothing in wartime. Featuring black and white illustrations, witty anecdotes and incredible trivia, readers will be entertained and educated.

Author : Steven J. Gunn
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780199659838

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Henry VII's New Men and the Making of Tudor England by Steven J. Gunn Pdf

Annotation This volume reconstructs the lives of Henry VII's new men - low-born ministers with legal, financial, political, and military skills who enforced the king's will as he sought to strengthen government after the Wars of the Roses, examining how they exercised power, gained wealth, and spent it to sustain their new-found status.

Author : John Guy
Publisher : Oxford Paperbacks
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2000-08-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780191606519

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The Tudors: A Very Short Introduction by John Guy Pdf

First published as part of the best-selling The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain, John Guy's Very Short Introduction to The Tudors is the most authoritative short introduction to this age in British history. It offers a compelling account of the political, religious and economic changes of the country under such leading monarchs as Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. The work has been substantially revised and updated for this edition. In particular, the reigns of Henry VII, Edward VI, and Philip and Mary are comprehensively reassessed.

Author : Brandy Purdy
Publisher : Kensington Publishing Corp.
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-01-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780758272348

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The Tudor Throne by Brandy Purdy Pdf

In the wake of King Henry VIII's death, England's throne is left in a precarious state-as is the peculiar relationship between his two daughters. Mary, the elder, once treasured, had been declared a bastard in favor of her flame-haired half-sister, Elizabeth, born of the doomed Anne Boleyn. Yet the bond between the sisters was palpable from the start. Now reinstated, Mary eventually assumes her place as queen. But as Mary's religious zeal evolves into a reign of terror, young Elizabeth gains the people's favor. Gripped by a tormenting paranoia, Mary is soon convinced that her beloved Elizabeth is in fact her worst enemy. And the virginal Elizabeth, whose true love is her country, must defy her tyrannical sister to make way for a new era. . . A brilliant portrait of the rule of "Bloody Mary" and her intricate relationship with Elizabeth I, the adored "Virgin Queen," here is a riveting tale of one family's sordid and extraordinary chapter in the pages of history. Praise for Brandy Purdy and The Boleyn Wife "Recommended for readers who can't get enough of the Tudors and have devoured all of Philippa Gregory's books." --Library Journal

Author : John Guy
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-08-29
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199674725

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The Tudors: A Very Short Introduction by John Guy Pdf

Looks at the reigns of each of the Tudor monarchs.