Uncrowned Queen: The Fateful Life of Margaret Beaufort, Tudor Matriarch

On January 28, 1457, in the midst of the Wars of the Roses, a thirteen-year-old girl named Margaret Beaufort gave birth to a boy at Pembroke Castle. This birth would forge a powerful bond between mother and son, leading them to found the Tudor dynasty, one of the most famous in British history. Despite being separated from her son for fourteen years due to conspiracies in the enemy Yorkist court, Margaret remained steadfast in her efforts to overthrow Richard III and secure her son's throne. Her unwavering determination and royal blood ultimately saw her son crowned King Henry VII in 1485, making her the most powerful woman in England.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 400 pages
\n Publication date: 17 September 2020
\n Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
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On January 28, 1457, England was engulfed in the tumultuous Wars of the Roses. Within the confines of Pembroke Castle, a thirteen-year-old girl, Margaret Beaufort, gave birth to a son amidst the harrowing ordeal. The birth nearly claimed their lives, forging an unbreakable bond that would unite mother and son in their quest to establish the most renowned dynasty in British history: the Tudors. Margaret's journey was marked by courage, vision, and unwavering passion. Despite being descended from Edward III and posing a significant threat to the Yorkist cause, she was compelled to relinquish her son, separating her from him for fourteen long years. Surrounded by conspiracies within the enemy Yorkist court, Margaret remained steadfast, narrowly escaping the headman's axe as she meticulously plotted to overthrow Richard III and secure her son's rightful place on the throne. Against all odds, in 1485, Henry Tudor emerged victorious on the battlefield at Bosworth. Margaret's relentless efforts and royal lineage saw her son crowned King Henry VII, elevating her to the most powerful woman in England. In her book, Nicola Tallis dispels the many myths that have shrouded Margaret's persona, unveiling the true essence of this remarkable woman. Tallis paints a vivid portrait of an independent and vibrant character who would risk everything to achieve her ultimate goal: becoming Queen in all but name. Margaret Beaufort's story is a testament to the indomitable spirit of women who defied societal expectations and left an indelible mark on history.

\n Weight: 386g\n
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 34 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781789292589\n \n