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Monarchy and Matrimony: The Courtships of Elizabeth I

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This is a unique study which is of equal value to the academic or the interested amateur. For too long Christopher Haig's dated and simplified account of the Virgin Queen's persistent virginity has been allowed to dominate Elizabethan history. Susan Doran takes each of Elizabeth's courtships seriously instead of blindly assuming a grand narrative. Although female historians are relatively new to the public arena, Susan Doran has "the heart and stomach of a man".

When Sue Doran writes about something you ,the reader, can be assured the result will be an indepth study of her subject matter...no just brush the surface with this writer...Here you will read about the political and social intrigue surrounding Elizabeth I and her courtships.The author focuses on a different approach to the Virgin Queen's trials in trying to govern England and handle the many "would be"and serious suitors.A most interesting and informative book for those interested in history.

During research for a grant on Elizabeth I Tudor and her Foreign Marriage Negotiations, I came across this book. I was blown away by how well Susan Doran presented the complexities and the facts regarding the issue of Marriage that surrounded Elizabeth I Tudor throughout her entire life, while remaining objective. I am completely fascinated by Elizabeth I and her reign. Susan Doran presents her as human, which I think people tend to forget about. Such a great book for anyone interested learning more about the marriage issues surrounded her reign.