Book Details

• Publisher: Bantam Press

• Author: Sarah Gristwood

• Language: English

• Published Year: 2003

• ISBN: 0593048881

• Pages: 450

• Binding: Hard Back

• Book Condition: Used – Good

• Condition Note: Book is in good condition

• Dimensions: 24 x 16 cm

• Availability: In Stock

About the Book

This gripping historical biography by Sarah Gristwood recounts the dramatic and often overlooked life of Lady Arbella Stuart, a royal figure whose legitimate claim to the English throne placed her at the center of dynastic tension. As a close relative of Elizabeth I and a potential successor, Arbella’s position made her both valuable and dangerous in the volatile politics of succession.

The narrative explores her secret marriage to William Seymour, a union that alarmed King James I and was perceived as a threat to his authority. What followed was a tragic descent into imprisonment in the Tower of London and a life marked by confinement and lost opportunity.

Rich in historical detail and psychological insight, the book paints a compelling portrait of ambition, vulnerability, and political manipulation in the Jacobean court. A fascinating read for enthusiasts of Tudor-Stuart history and royal intrigue.