{"product_id":"elizabeth-and-essex-a-tragic-history","title":"Elizabeth and Essex: A Tragic History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eElizabeth and Essex: A Tragic History\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLytton Strachey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a captivating historical work first published in 1928 that explores the dramatic relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and Robert Devereux, the Earl of Essex. Written with Strachey’s signature literary style and sharp insight, this classic biography blends political intrigue, ambition, romance, and tragedy against the backdrop of Tudor England. Rather than presenting dry historical facts, Strachey brings these legendary figures to life with vivid storytelling and psychological depth. Readers are drawn into the emotional tensions between the aging queen and her impulsive favourite, whose rise and fall became one of the most famous conflicts of the Elizabethan era. Rich in atmosphere and historical detail, this book remains an engaging read for lovers of British history, royal biographies, and classic literature. A wonderful addition to any vintage history collection or Tudor-era library shelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcover, Very Good. Does have previous owner's signature on first inside page. Pages are clean and tight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lytton Strachey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53195115987241,"sku":"1928VB","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/9435\/7545\/files\/elizabeth-and-essex-a-tragic-history-8151817.webp?v=1779302141","url":"https:\/\/thebookstore.ca\/products\/elizabeth-and-essex-a-tragic-history","provider":"The Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}