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The Turbulent Crown

The Story of the Tudor Queens

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The Turbulent Crown

By: Roland Hui
Narrated by: Jennifer M. Dixon
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Ten remarkable women. One remarkable era.

In the Tudor period, 1485 to 1603, a host of fascinating women sat on the English throne. The dramatic events of their lives are told in The Turbulent Crown: The Story of the Tudor Queens.

The Turbulent Crown begins with the story of Elizabeth of York, who survived conspiracy and dishonor to become the first Tudor queen, bringing peace and order to England after years of civil war. From there, the listener is taken through the parade of Henry VIII's six wives - two of whom, Anne Boleyn and Katheryn Howard, would lose their heads against a backdrop of intrigue and scandal.

The Turbulent Crown continues with the tragedy of Lady Jane Grey, the teenager who ruled for nine days until overthrown by her cousin Mary Tudor. But Mary's reign, which began in triumph, ended in disaster, leading to the emergence of her sister, Elizabeth I, as the greatest of her family and of England's monarchs.

©2016 Roland Hui (P)2018 Tantor Europe Historical Politicians Politics & Activism Renaissance Royalty King Tudor England Marriage

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A few obvious inaccuracies but very entertaining for those interested in the subject. Wasn’t entirely surprised to hear the author isn’t English.

A good long listen

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I really loved this book. So well research and written I would highly recommend it. 😀

Brilliant. 🤩

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Enjoyable listen, but nothing in-depth. It glosses over what happened. I could tell this story from what I learned at school, without much research. If you are looking for a simple, straightforward account that doesn’t challenge, this is perfect.

School days history

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a good book all about the tudor queen's from Elizabeth of York to Elizabeth the first.

interesting listen

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the subject of the Tudor Queens is a truly fascinating one but alas the same cannot be said for the narration. the facts are presented in an easily understood and not too technical manner and the authors interpretation of them is corherent. BUT the narration is a flat drone. and dispite the fascinating subject this recording would make a good cure for insomnia.

alas poor queens

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I love the subject matter and have listened to at least a dozen very similar narratives but unfortunately I couldn't manage more than a few hours of this due to the narrator imo boring voice might be good if you need something to help you sleep.

good book let Down by Narrator

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