The remains of Emma of Normandy – an 11th-century Queen of England (twice!) – have possibly been found in a mausoleum discovered in Winchester Cathedral. The names of eight kings, two bishops and that of Emma of Normandy were found on six mortuary chests and now scientists from the University of Bristol are assessing the [read more]
We all know the story of 1066 and the Norman Conquest of England. However, most of the story revolves around the men and the women were perhaps as important due to their influence. Silk and the Sword: The Women of the Norman Conquest covers the stories of Emma of Normandy, Lady Godiva, Gytha of Wessex, [read more]
I was really looking forward to the release of this book and I was lucky enough to receive a copy to review it. I’ve actually read some books by Elizabeth Norton before, she’s also the author of The Anne Boleyn Papers (which I got for Christmas!) and Elfrida: The First Crowned Queen of England among others. England’s Queens [read more]
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