"A fascinating full-length portrait of a great woman who was also a great ruler in turbulent times."

"This book gets nearer to penetrating the secret of the most remarkable woman in history than anyone has ever done... a portrait that is unforgettable and very touching... Quite the most perceptive book about Elizabeth I that I have ever read." (A.L.Rowse)

This is an"oldie", first printed in 1958 (my edition dates back to 1967), with many illustrations.

Sent today as Birthday Group present to a BCer who likes history...
I hope you'll like this "oldie", who travels with a "birthday extra".
Happy Birthday, and enjoy!! :)

Thanks so much! Looks very interesting.

A bit slow in places, this was an interesting portrayal of the personality as well as the political impart of a most unusual monarch. I knew little to nothing of "the virgin queen", and the author clearly shows a pro-Elizabeth bias, but it's obvious she was a remarkable woman at a time when women had few rights and little recognition. Thanks, I enjoyed this!

Left at the Free Little Library on Windsor near Marine