The Life of Elizabeth I
by Alison Weir
The Life of Elizabeth I by Alison Weir holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 23.6K reader ratings. First published in 1996. The book spans 532 pages.
About The Life of Elizabeth I
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERPerhaps the most influential sovereign England has ever known, Queen Elizabeth I remained an extremely private person throughout her reign, keeping her own counsel and sharing secrets with no one--not even her closest, most trusted advisers. Now, in this brilliantly researched, fascinating new book, acclaimed biographer Alison Weir shares provocative new interpretations and fresh insights on this enigmatic figure.Against a lavish backdrop of pageantry and passion, intrigue and war, Weir dispels the myths surrounding Elizabeth I and examines the contradictions of her character. Elizabeth I loved the Earl of Leicester, but did she conspire to murder his wife? She called herself the Virgin Queen, but how chaste was she through dozens of liaisons? She never married—was her choice to remain single tied to the chilling fate of her mother, Anne Boleyn? An enthralling epic that is also an amazingly intimate portrait, The Life of Elizabeth I is a mesmerizing, stunning reading experience.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alison Weir |
| Published | 1996 |
| Pages | 532 |
| Kindle Price | $6.99 |
| Genres | History, Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 23,628 |
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What genre is The Life of Elizabeth I?
The Life of Elizabeth I is categorized as History, Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Life of Elizabeth I worth reading?
Based on 23.6K reader ratings, The Life of Elizabeth I has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Life of Elizabeth I?
The Life of Elizabeth I has 532 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Life of Elizabeth I?
The Life of Elizabeth I was written by Alison Weir. It was first published in 1996.
What is the ISBN for The Life of Elizabeth I?
The ISBN-13 for The Life of Elizabeth I is 9780345425510.0.
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