The Sisters Of Lady Jane Grey And Their Wicked Grandfather (1911)

The Sisters of Lady Jane Grey and Their Wicked Grandfather is a historical book written by Richard Davey and first published in 1911. The book tells the story of Lady Jane Grey, who was briefly Queen of England in 1553 before being overthrown by Mary I. However, instead of focusing solely on Lady Jane Grey, the book also explores the lives of her two sisters, Katherine and Mary, as well as their grandfather, the infamous Duke of Northumberland.Davey delves into the complex and often turbulent family dynamics of the Grey family, examining the relationships between the sisters and their grandfather, who is portrayed as a manipulative and power-hungry figure. The book also provides a detailed account of the political and religious landscape of Tudor England, and how this impacted the Grey family.Throughout the book, Davey draws on a range of historical sources, including letters and diaries, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the lives of the Grey sisters and their grandfather. The Sisters of Lady Jane Grey and Their Wicked Grandfather is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Tudor history, and provides a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in English history.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.