Clare Hunter
Embroidering Her Truth: Mary, Queen of Scots and the Language of Power
Embroidering Her Truth: Mary, Queen of Scots and the Language of Power
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Mary, Queen of Scots, used textiles to emphasize her female agency and advance her political agenda, using them to express her strength and passion and to tell her own story.
Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
The Power of Textiles:
Mary, Queen of Scots, embraced the power of textiles to assert her female agency and advance her political agenda. Despite the societal constraints of her time, she used her lavishly embroidered gowns as the prospective wife of the French Dauphin to showcase her beauty and sophistication. However, her use of textiles extended beyond fashion. She employed fashion dolls to promote a Marian style at the Scottish court, emphasizing her role as a protector of the Catholic faith. Moreover, in her captivity, Mary ingeniously embroidered subversive messages on her garments, conveying her resilience and unwavering commitment to her cause.
The Catholic Symbolism:
Mary's choice of red as her signature color was not just a matter of fashion. It held deep Catholic symbolism, representing martyrdom and sacrifice. By wearing red, she embraced her role as a Catholic martyr, willing to suffer for her beliefs. This symbolic choice further emphasized her commitment to her faith and her determination to stand against her adversaries.
A Queen in Her Own Voice:
Clare Hunter's captivating cultural biography, "Mary, Queen of Scots: A Queen in Her Own Voice," weaves together history, politics, and memoir to present Mary's story in her own words. Hunter skillfully combines scholarly research with personal reflections, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of Mary's complex personality and her remarkable life. Through Hunter's narrative, Mary emerges as a strong and resilient woman who used textiles as a tool to express her femininity, assert her authority, and leave a lasting legacy.
In conclusion, Mary, Queen of Scots, through her use of textiles, embraced the power of femininity, asserted her authority, and defied societal expectations. Her choice of red as a Catholic symbol of martyrdom further emphasized her commitment to her faith and her determination to stand against her adversaries. Clare Hunter's "Mary, Queen of Scots: A Queen in Her Own Voice" provides a compelling account of Mary's life, offering a fresh perspective on her remarkable journey.
Weight: 562g
Dimension: 146 x 224 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529346244
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