Early English Queens, 650-850: Speculum Reginae

This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to Anglo Saxon Queenship,using family trees,marriages,and the Kentish Royal Family to help readers understand key figures,relationships,and chronology. It also explores queens and women thematically to understand them in the wider context of queenship and Anglo Saxon and women's studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking single work is the first to examine Anglo-Saxon queenship, making it an invaluable comparative study for students and lecturers alike. By delving into family trees of Mercian and Northumbrian dynasties, the Mercian Royal Women and their Marriages, and the Kentish Royal Family, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the key figures, their intricate relationships, and the chronological framework of this significant historical period. Moreover, by exploring the queens and women thematically, readers are able to place them within the broader context of queenship, Anglo-Saxon studies, and women's studies, fostering a deeper appreciation of their roles and contributions. This seminal work is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval history, gender studies, and the fascinating world of medieval queenship.

Weight: 720g
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367335762