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Mary Was Here
Mary Queen of Scots: the most famous and most mythologised figure in Scottish history. Her ascent to the throne at six days, her renowned beauty, her troubled reign, her three doomed marriages and her execution for treason - all of these have contributed to her unique celebrity.
Mary spent less than half her life in Scotland, and her personal reign lasted less than six years. Yet her footprints are to be found all over the country, from Inverness Castle in the north-east, where she subdued a rebellion, to Dundrennan Abbey in the south-west, where she spent her final hours on Scottish soil.
This fast-paced, accessible and extensively illustrated book traces Mary's life through specific episodes at specific places on specific dates. It charts her Scottish travels in detail - including a full directory of places to visit - as well as her years in France and England.
There are also short section exploring subjects close to Mary's heart: faith and worship, sickness and health, politics and power - and of course sumptuous clothing and priceless jewellery.
Discover the true story of this remarkable woman through the long and colourful journey of her life.
Mary spent less than half her life in Scotland, and her personal reign lasted less than six years. Yet her footprints are to be found all over the country, from Inverness Castle in the north-east, where she subdued a rebellion, to Dundrennan Abbey in the south-west, where she spent her final hours on Scottish soil.
This fast-paced, accessible and extensively illustrated book traces Mary's life through specific episodes at specific places on specific dates. It charts her Scottish travels in detail - including a full directory of places to visit - as well as her years in France and England.
There are also short section exploring subjects close to Mary's heart: faith and worship, sickness and health, politics and power - and of course sumptuous clothing and priceless jewellery.
Discover the true story of this remarkable woman through the long and colourful journey of her life.
- GenresNonfictionHistory
120 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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July 22, 2023
A fantastic biography using historic palaces and houses to tell Mary’s story. I purchased this book at Stirling Castle.
July 3, 2016
I bought this book in Linlithgow Palace which is a Historic Scotland site as is the book which comes highly recommended for all those who are studying Mary Queen of Scots!
June 14, 2017
This brief biographical text approaches the life of Mary Queen of Scots through the historically significant places in her life.
Included paintings and photographs really bring the book to life.
Included paintings and photographs really bring the book to life.
February 7, 2026
Quite big but very nice pictures, lots of information, details I haven't had in other Mary Q books. Very pleased.
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