Veerapen, Steven
Anna of Denmark: Queen in Two Kingdoms
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789973419
- author:
- Veerapen, Steven
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Peter Lang International Academic Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 290
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.6 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Anna of Denmark: A Reevaluation of the First Queen Consort of Both England and Scotland. The death of Elizabeth I marked a significant turning point in English history, as Anna of Denmark became the first queen consort to rule both England and Scotland. Historically, Anna has been portrayed as frivolous and vain, but recent scholarship has sought to reevaluate her legacy. This study offers a fresh perspective on Anna's life and reign, situating her within the context of the cultural and political landscape of late-Renaissance Britain. By examining Anna's contributions to the cultural lives of her kingdoms, this book sheds new light on the role of queen consorts in shaping the history of both nations. Anna of Denmark: A Reevaluation of the First Queen Consort of Both England and Scotland explores the complexities of Anna's life, revealing a woman of wit, intelligence, and taste who navigated the challenges of her position with skill and determination.
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