09 - Lives of the Queens of England Volume 4 by Agnes Strickland, Elisabeth Strickland

Explore the captivating lives of Englands queens in this enthralling volume of The Lives of the Queens of England, a celebrated work by Agnes Strickland, primarily researched and penned by her sister Elizabeth. This rich narrative chronicles the biographies of the queens from the Norman Conquest in 1066, shedding light on their remarkable stories. While contemporary standards may question its scholarly rigor, the Stricklands innovative use of previously untapped sources brings a unique perspective to these royal figures. Volume 4 delves into the lives of Elizabeth of York, Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, and Katherine Howard, offering a vivid portrayal of their influence and legacies. (Summary by Ann Boulais)