The Tudor Age
The Tudor Age by Jasper Ridley, published by Robinson in 2002, offers a detailed account of a transformative period in British history, spanning from Henry Tudor’s arrival in 1485 to the death of Elizabeth I in 1603. This 344-page book presents a comprehensive overview of the Tudor era, weaving together various aspects of social life during this eventful time.
Readers will find an exploration of the contrasting elements of Tudor society, from the opulence of royal palaces and grand tournaments to the struggles faced by the peasantry and the impact of the Plague. The narrative highlights the complexities of the era, including the treatment of heretics and traitors, providing a multifaceted view of life in Great Britain during this historical period.
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Beginning with the arrival of Henry Tudor and his army at Milford in 1485 and ending with the death of Elizabeth I in 1603, this is an account of an eventful and contradictory age. The author draws together all the strands of Tudor social life into a tapestry displaying every aspect of the times. He contrasts the life of palaces, grand tournaments and English drama with the harshness of peasant life, terrible roads, a vast underclass, the harsh treatment of heretics and traitors and the misery of the Plague.
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