Rival Queens: Elizabeth I and Catherine de' Medici
Professor Suzannah Lipscomb explores the relationship between Elizabeth I and Catherine de' Medici - the two most powerful Queens of their time - one of the most intriguing Royal relationships of the 16th century.
Dan Snow's History Hit · History Hit
July 22, 202145m 54s
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Show Notes
<p>The relationship between Elizabeth I and Catherine de' Medici - the two most powerful Queens of their time - is one of the most intriguing and captivating stories of the 16th century. </p><br><p>In this edition of our sibling podcast <a href="https://podfollow.com/not-just-the-tudors/view" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Not Just the Tudors</strong></a>, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Dr. Estelle Paranque about her new book <em>Blood, Fire and Gold</em>, which explores how these two formidable women wielded and negotiated power, and were united only in their dislike of Mary, Queen of Scots.</p>
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