Not Just the Tudors Mary, Queen of Scots
Jun 14, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Kate Williams, a historian and author, delves into the captivating yet tragic life of Mary, Queen of Scots. She explores the recent theft of Mary's rosary beads, echoing the historical significance of this beloved figure. The conversation uncovers Mary's tumultuous reign marked by disastrous marriages and political betrayals, particularly her fraught relationship with Elizabeth I. Through tales of love, loss, and relentless power struggles, Williams paints a vivid picture of a woman caught in a perilous web of ambition and intrigue.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Mary's Tumultuous Rise to Power
02:05 • 20min
Betrayal and Tragedy: The Struggles of Mary, Queen of Scots
22:27 • 9min
Mary's Fall from Power
31:51 • 9min
Mary's Desperate Escape and the Struggle for Power
40:41 • 5min
Political Intrigue and Betrayal: The Fall of Mary, Queen of Scots
45:17 • 4min
The Complex Legacy of Mary, Queen of Scots
49:37 • 4min