Excerpt from The Murder of Amy Robsart: A Brief for the Prosecution
The wave of whitewash which has, of late years, swept over English history, and left so many important persons clean and respectable, early reached Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. If, in trying to scrape it off, an independent observer comes to the conclusion that the earlier and thicker coat which, from her own times, has made the Virgin Queen so shining a figure in English history, covers a very paltry woman, made up of meanness, caprice, and lechery, it may be as well for him to print his reasons for so thinking and to refer to his authorities.
This is what I now propose to do, and if the following pages, besides containing a considerable amount of hitherto unprinted matter, reprints much that others have said before, I trust the repetition may be excused, if, as I trust, it results in the collection for the first time of all the direct and indirect evidence on the question.
The cumulative proof is, I think, strong on many points, and it is some relief to find that there is no great reason to think that Elizabeth was anything more than an accessory after the fact of Amy's murder - the tragedy round which these pages centre.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the tumultuous life and reign of Queen Elizabeth I, scrutinising the controversies and scandals that surrounded her, particularly the mysterious death of Amy Robsart, wife of her alleged lover, Robert Dudley. The author meticulously examines historical documents, letters, and diplomatic correspondence to piece together a comprehensive account of the events and shed light on the political and personal intrigues of the Elizabethan court. The narrative challenges the traditional portrayal of Elizabeth as the Virgin Queen, presenting a more complex and nuanced picture of a monarch navigating a treacherous world of power, ambition, and desire. The author explores the intricate web of relationships, rivalries, and alliances that shaped Elizabeth's reign, offering insights into the social and cultural norms of the time. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, this book uncovers the hidden truths and enduring mysteries of Elizabeth's life, revealing the human being behind the iconic figure. By examining the controversies and scandals that plagued her reign, the author provides a deeper understanding of the challenges and complexities faced by one of England's most remarkable monarchs. The book's exploration of Elizabeth's life and reign offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in English history, shedding light on the enduring legacy of a queen who continues to captivate and intrigue. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282884376_0
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