Ladies of the Court: A Royal History of Mistresses, Concubines, and Queens

Mistresses, concubines, and queens have played a significant role in the British monarchy for centuries. From the mistresses of Henry VIII to the mistresses of Charles II, these women have helped to shape the course of British history.

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by Eric Orton

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In her new book, Ladies of the Court, historian Sarah Gristwood tells the stories of these fascinating and often scandalous women. Based on extensive research, Gristwood's book provides a unique insight into the lives of these women and the role they played in the British monarchy.

Gristwood begins her book with the mistresses of Henry VIII. Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, and Catherine Parr were all women of great intelligence and ambition. They used their positions to influence Henry's policies and to secure their own positions at court.

Gristwood also tells the stories of the mistresses of Charles II. These women were often actresses, singers, or dancers. They were beautiful and charming, and they knew how to please the king. Charles's mistresses played a significant role in his court, and they often had a great deal of influence over him.

In addition to the mistresses, Gristwood also tells the stories of the queens of England. These women were often from powerful families, and they brought their own influence to the throne. Gristwood provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these queens and the role they played in the British monarchy.

Ladies of the Court is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, royalty, or scandal. Gristwood's book is a well-written and engaging account of the mistresses, concubines, and queens who have played a significant role in the British monarchy.

Reviews

"Ladies of the Court is a fascinating and scandalous history of the mistresses, concubines, and queens who have played a significant role in the British monarchy. Gristwood's book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, royalty, or scandal." - The Guardian

"Ladies of the Court is a well-written and engaging account of the mistresses, concubines, and queens who have played a significant role in the British monarchy. Gristwood's book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, royalty, or scandal." - The Telegraph

"Ladies of the Court is a fascinating and scandalous history of the mistresses, concubines, and queens who have played a significant role in the British monarchy. Gristwood's book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, royalty, or scandal." - The Times

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Ladies of the Court: The Struggle to Confront the #MeToo Moment in Women's Tennis

by Eric Orton

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1435 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	313 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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