“Rivals in Power: Lives and Letters of the Great Tudor Dynasties” is a captivating dive into the tumultuous and multifaceted world of the Tudor era. The book is a treasure trove of personal narratives, enriched with an array of letters and lives that offer a rich and immersive glimpse into the lives of the influential people of the Tudor era.

Those figures selected demonstrated the intricate dynamics of Tudor rivalries, motivations and alliances (be they international marriage contracts or local political maneuvers).  Edited with reproductions of valuable primary sources (photos of artifacts, letters, official documents, diaries, and speeches as examples) this text gives the reader an insight into the compelling personalities of the individuals so dynamic to the time period. 

The accompanying text links the events and persons covered, weaving the political machinations, religious upheaval and personal lives, in an understandable, accessible way.  Almost as if you are eaves dropping while gaining a clearer picture of the challenges faced by the Tudors and realizing their impact for the history of England and the world.

Four Tudor Roses Out of Five