The Lover of Queen Elizabeth: Being the Life and Character of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, 1533-1588

By Jerusha D. Richardson

Book Overview

""The Lover of Queen Elizabeth"" is a biography written by Jerusha D. Richardson about Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, who lived from 1533 to 1588. The book explores Dudley's life and character, particularly his relationship with Queen Elizabeth I, whom he was rumored to have been romantically involved with. The biography delves into Dudley's childhood, his rise to power as a courtier, his political and military career, and his personal life, including his marriages and affairs. Richardson provides insights into Dudley's personality, ambitions, and achievements, as well as the controversies and scandals that surrounded him. The book is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most intriguing figures of the Tudor era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428612491
• ISBN13: 9781428612495
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"