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Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I

The revelatory true story of the mother and daughter who changed history from Sunday Times bestselling author Tracy Borman OBE

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 A fresh and vivid account of the unexplored relationship between two of England's best-known queens

Anne Boleyn is a subject of enduring fascination. By far the most famous of Henry VIII's six wives, she has inspired books, documentaries and films, and is the subject of intense debate even today, almost 500 years after her violent death. For the most part, she is considered in the context of her relationship with Tudor England's much-married monarch. Dramatic though this story is, of even greater interest - and significance - is the relationship between Anne and her daughter, the future Elizabeth I.

Elizabeth was less than three years old when her mother was executed. Given that she could have held precious few memories of Anne, it is often assumed that her mother exerted little influence over her.
But this is both inaccurate and misleading. Elizabeth knew that she had to be discreet about Anne, but there is compelling evidence that her mother exerted a profound influence on her character, beliefs and reign. Even during Henry's lifetime, Elizabeth dared to express her sympathy for her late mother by secretly wearing Anne's famous 'A' pendant when she sat for a painting with her father and siblings.

Piecing together evidence from original documents and artefacts, this book tells the story of Anne Boleyn's relationship with, and influence over her daughter Elizabeth. In so doing, it sheds new light on two of the most famous and influential women in history.

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Critical acclaim for Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I:

'(A)sensational book by one of our greatest and best-loved historians... Astoundingly good.' - Alison Weir

'Masterful, captivating, page-turning, this is solid gold history at its best.' - Nicola Tallis

'(A) thought-provoking, impeccably researched, and moving account uncovering how Anne's family, intellect, and tragedy shaped Elizabeth I's extraordinary career.' - Gareth Russell

'Her extensive research... reveals them as the most dazzling female double act in history.' - Sarah Gristwood

'Incredibly well-researched, elegantly written, and overall genuinely ground-breaking,' - Estelle Paranque©2023 Tracy Borman Europe Great Britain Politics & Activism Renaissance Royalty Tudor England Middle Ages
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The Tudors and surrounding families caught my eye as a young girl so this was a joy to read, even at times when it was shocking. Tracy shared information about these stout hearted ladies which I did not know before, and I could read it again anyday. The narration was done well, as was the writing of the book.

I learnt a lot I didn't know

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Once again an awesome book by Tracy Borman, i am going to read this over and over again
Well done Tracy

Awesome book

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I'm fascinated by the Tudors and found this work had additional insights into the life of Elizabeth and Anne

a great book

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A very clear and detailed portrait of mother and daughter whose abilities and personalities, though developed separately, were very much entwined.

Two women, ahead of their time.

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I was glued to the perspectives in this book. Only criticism- I wish it was 5 times longer!!

Loved this

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