1st Edition

The Reign of Mary Tudor Politics, Government and Religion in England 1553-58

By D.M. Loades Copyright 1991
    456 Pages
    by Routledge

    456 Pages
    by Routledge

    `...by far the best overall history of the reign to date.'American Historical Review

    Within a chronological framework, David Loades adopts a thematic approach to the reign.

    Introduction.  1. The Structure of the Regime:Court, Council and Administration.  2. The Spanish Marriage.  3. The Restoration of the Old Regime.  4. Financial Policy. 1553-54.  5. Philip as King of England 1554-57.  6. The Government at Work 1554-57.  7. Financial Affairs 1554-57.  8. The Religious Reaction - Pole as Legate.  9. War and Government 1557-58.  10. War and Finance 1557-58.  The English Church Under Papal Disfavour.  Conclusion.
    Appendix: The Privy Council Under Mary.

    Biography

    D.M. Loades