Mary Queen of Scots

Mary Queen of Scots: naïve selfish oblivious and self-indulgent fool who divided her nation and brought it to the brink of disaster?OrMary Queen of Scots: diligent shrewd wise and benevolent heroine who sacrificed herself as a martyr for her religion?Mary Queen of Scots is one of the most famous and enigmatic Scots in history. The debate rages on as fiercely as ever. To some Mary was a naïve fool who allowed her errant heart to rule her head. To others she was a clever strategic thinker who secured the Scottish throne and the direction of the British monarchy.Murder infidelity and intrigue permeate this story of one of the most turbulent times in history. Rosalind Marshall is renowned for her work on Mary Queen of Scots and she takes us through the key myths that surround this fascinating story.