Elizabeth I and Her World

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Elizabeth I and Her World
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Susan Watkins
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:208
Dimensions(mm): Height 250,Width 240
Category/GenreBritish and Irish History
World history - c 1500 to c 1750
ISBN/Barcode 9780500286951
ClassificationsDewey:942.055092
Audience
General
Illustrations 3 Illustrations, black and white; 154 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publication Date 20 August 2007
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Elizabeth I was one of the great personalities of all time, Elizabethan England a scintillating cultural era, with an enduring legacy in literature, architecture and sheer style. In this book, newly available in paperback, Susan Watkins takes us to the heart of one of history's most abiding love stories: the extraordinary tale of how Elizabeth set out capture the hearts of her people. Throughout, the inspired special photography of Mark Fiennes, together with portraits and paintings, tapestries and personal objects of the period, gives the perfect visual expression of this evolving love affair of a nation.

Author Biography

Susan Watkins writes and lectures regularly on English social history in the UK and abroad, as well as making guest appearances on radio and television. She is also the author of the internationally acclaimed book Jane Austen: In Style and Elizabeth I, both published by Thames & Hudson.