gemma hollman Archives - History of Royal Women

Philippa of Hainault: Mythologising a Queen

Wednesday, 9 November 2022, 6:00 Moniek Bloks 0

*contains affiliate links* Part of the blog tour for The Queen and the Mistress: The Women of Edward III. Learn more about Philippa of Hainault for the release of the new book The Queen and the Mistress: The Women of Edward III! Monarchs throughout history have used legends, stories and propaganda to boost their image. [read more]

Royal Witches: From Joan of Navarre to Elizabeth Woodville by Gemma Hollman Book Review

Thursday, 26 March 2020, 6:00 Moniek Bloks 0

The stories of Joan of Navarre, Elizabeth Woodville, Jacquetta of Luxembourg and Eleanor Cobham have been overshadowed by accusations of witchcraft. Joan of Navarre was born around 1368 as the daughter of King Charles II of Navarre and Joan of France. Her first marriage was to John IV, Duke of Brittany and they went on [read more]