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Mary Queen of Scots

By Angela Royston
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An illustrated guide to the life and times of one of the most romantic and tragic figures in British history, Mary Queen of Scots. Taking you through the story of her life, it outlines Mary's early years as the Infant Queen before her childhood in France... Read More
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A short, fully illustrated biography of Mary Queen of Scots, one of the most romantic and tragic figures in Scottish and British history.

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An illustrated guide to the life and times of one of the most romantic and tragic figures in British history, Mary Queen of Scots.

Taking you through the story of her life, it outlines Mary's early years as the Infant Queen before her childhood in France and her short-lived marriage to Francis I. It then moves on to her time in Scotland and her scandalous marriage to Lord Darnley and her abduction by her third husband, Lord Bothwell. It also covers her long years of imprisonment and ultimately her execution by her own cousin, Queen Elizabeth I, after being accused of treason.

Reissued in a brand new hardback format and beautifully illustrated with images from the time of key sites, portraits and artefacts, this fascinating book uncovers the secrets of a tragic life and reveals why her story still resonates today. It's a must-read for any student of history or visitor to Britain.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837330997

Publisher: Batsford

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pitkin Publishing

Illustration: 40 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Angela Royston is the author of numerous non-fiction books for children, ranging from preschool to middle grade readers. In addition to this, she has authored many historical Pitkin guides, titles including King Henry VIII, Mary Queen of Scots, and The Six Wives of Henry VIII. She lives in London.

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