Travels in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth
Travels in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth

Author: Paul Hentzner

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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In 'Travels in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth,' readers are presented with an exquisite anthology that illuminates the Elizabethan era through the eyes of Paul Hentzner and Sir Robert Naunton. The collection combines firsthand traveler accounts and astute political analyses, offering a rich tapestry of cultural, social, and political life in 16th-century England. The diversity in narrative style - from observational commentary to reflective storytelling - enhances the readers' understanding of Elizabethan society's complexities. This anthology stands out not only for the historical breadth it covers but also for its literary merit, showcasing the authors' keen insights and varied perspectives on the same epoch. The contributing authors, Hentzner and Naunton, bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the anthology. Hentzner, a discerning German lawyer, and Sir Naunton, a seasoned English courtier, offer contrasting yet complementary views of Elizabethan England. Their backgrounds, rooted in distinct cultural and social milieus, enrich the collection's narrative and historical depth, situating it at the confluence of European history and reflecting the broader socio-political dynamics of the time. 'Travels in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth' is a compelling invitation to scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Elizabethan history. It offers a unique opportunity to peer into the life and times of one of England's most iconic monarchs through a dual lens. The anthology not only educates but also engages readers in a historical dialogue, bridging the gap between past and present through the universal themes of power, culture, and societal change. This collection is a must-read for those looking to immerse themselves in the Elizabethan age, offering unparalleled insights into its enduring legacy.

Travels in England During the Reign of Queen Elizabeth; with Fragmenta Regalia Or, Observations on Queen Elizabeth, Her Times and Favourites
Travels in England During the Reign of Queen Elizabeth; with Fragmenta Regalia Or, Observations on Queen Elizabeth, Her Times and Favourites

Author: Paul Hentzner

Publisher:

Published: 2024-08-20

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789357962179

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Travels in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth; with Fragmenta regalia or, Observations on Queen Elizabeth, her times and favourites, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

The Magnificent Monarch
The Magnificent Monarch

Author: Anna Keay

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2008-07-15

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 0826422608

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In the year that the English monarchy was abolished, the Prince of Wales's governor posed the poignant question: what was it that made kings different from their subjects? The answer to him was obvious, and the word that described it was 'ceremony'. From crown wearing in the Middle Ages to the jubilees of modern times the English Monarchy has always used the rituals of majesty to command the affection and loyalty of its subjects. This important and original book is the first to examine properly the ceremonial world of an English sovereign. In an age when the king still healed the sick and took his meals in front of a crowd of spectators, a sovereign's ability to carry off this public role could be as important to his success as his command of the army or management of parliament. Charles II lived through the period of the greatest political change England has ever known, witnessing revolution, regicide and restoration. At just 16 he was cast into exile. A poor relation at the court of the young Louis XIV and then the creature of Philip IV of Spain, he knew what it was to wrestle for recognition. This was his apprenticeship. With The Restoration Charles brought the lessons of exile home. The country was soon rocked by plague and fire, and his brother's conversion to Catholicism would bring it once again to the brink of civil war. In the crisis that developed Charles used the rituals of royalty to help save the very institution of hereditary monarchy. Using a huge range of unpublished primary material, and painting a vivid and detailed picture of the daily life of one of England's most charismatic monarchs, Anna Keay's brilliant 'ritual biography' radically reappraises Charles II as The Magnificent Monarch.

The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England
The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England

Author: Elizabeth Cleland

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 2022-10-03

Total Pages: 355

ISBN-13: 1588396924

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This fascinating new look at the artistic legacy of the Tudors reveals the dynasty’s enduring influence on the arts of Renaissance England and beyond. Ruling successively from 1485 through 1603, the five Tudor monarchs brought seismic changes to England that reverberated throughout Europe. They used the arts to legitimize and glorify their tumultuous rule, from Henry VII’s bloody rise to power, through Henry VIII’s breach with the Roman Catholic Church, to the reign of the “Virgin Queen” Elizabeth I. With incisive scholarship and sumptuous new photography, this book explores the extreme politics and outsize personalities of the Tudors, and how they used art in their diplomacy at home and abroad. Tudor courts were truly cosmopolitan, attracting top artists and artisans from across Europe. At the same time, the Tudors nurtured local talent and gave rise to a distinctly English aesthetic, one that is forever connected to the myth and visual legacy of their dynasty. The Tudors reveals the true history behind a family that has long captured the public imagination, bringing to life their extravagant and politically precarious world through the exquisite paintings, lush textiles, gleaming metalwork, and countless luxury objects that adorned their spectacular courts.