mary stuart, 1542-1567

Cartoons and facts combine to describe the life of Mary Queen of Scots, discussing her childhood; escape to France; the death of her father-in-law, mother, and first husband; marriage to Darnley; kidnapping; abdication of the throne; imprisonment in England; and execution.

"British monarch Elizabeth I's long reign is remembered as a period of stability for England. Yet, her relationship with her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots, was contentious at best, leading to a fatal ending for one of the monarchs. This intrigue-filled volume transports readers into the throne rooms of Europe during the 16th century, where they'll learn of shifting lines of succession, clashes between religions, and assassination plots."--From the publisher.

Explores the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, discussing her French upbringing, coronation, marriages, ill health, challenges, rule, and other related topics, and providing information about the cultural and intellectual climate of the world in which she lived.

Uses historical documents to attempt to solve the mysterious death of Lord Darnley, whose murder led to Mary, Queen of Scots, ruin and has baffled historians for centuries.

Offers a fictionalized account of the life of Mary Stuart, who, at six days old, became Queen of Scotland, and spent her childhood in France before returning to her birth country to claim her right to the throne.

Uses historical documents to attempt to solve the mysterious death of Lord Darnley, whose murder led to Mary, Queen of Scots, ruin and has baffled historians for centuries.

A brief biography of Mary Stuart tracing the events which led her to political exile and death in England.

Chronicles the life of Mary Queen of Scots and discusses how she was portrayed in music, art, and literature, how her image caused public and political scandals, and how she influenced the history of modern Britain.