Alastair Bellany

Professor of History at Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences, specializing in the political culture of early modern England. Author of books on King James I and the Overbury Affair.

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Jan 22, 2024 • 45min

Murder in the Stuart Court

Join Professor Alastair Bellany, a historian at Rutgers specializing in early modern England, as he delves into the sensational murder of Thomas Overbury in 1613. This true crime tale highlights the deadly mix of ambition and jealousy in King James I's court. Discover how Overbury's tragic fate sparked a media sensation, revealing intricate court politics and public anxieties. Bellany also explores the implications of the scandal on the monarchy's authority and how it influenced the political landscape leading up to the Civil War.

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