Hunter, Clare
Embroidering Her Truth: Mary, Queen of Scots and the Language of Power
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529346282
- author:
- Hunter, Clare
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sceptre
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Royalty, Home & Garden,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Mary, Queen of Scots, wore red on the day of her execution, a symbol of martyrdom in a culture that suppressed women's voices. In sixteenth-century Europe, textiles were a powerful means of expression, and Mary exploited them to assert her agency and tell her own story. Through her lavishly embroidered gowns and fashion dolls, she promoted a style that reflected her royal lineage and political ambitions. Clare Hunter's biography blends history, politics, and memoir to bring Mary's story to life. By examining the textiles and symbols that Mary used to convey her message, Hunter reveals a complex and multifaceted queen who defied the conventions of her time. This book offers a fresh perspective on Mary's life and reign, one that is both engaging and informative.
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