The Reign of Mary Tudor

The Reign of Mary Tudor by James Anthony Froude is an in-depth study of one of the most tumultuous and significant periods in English history. Froude's strict study and fascinating story telling paint a vivid depiction of Mary I's reign commonly known as Bloody Mary. Froude dives into the complicated dynamics of Mary's authority that was defined by her zealous efforts for the restoration of Catholicism in England in this historical account. The book looks into the societal political and biblical motion that impacted Mary's actions and the far-reaching ramifications of those decisions. Froude skillfully matches Mary's feelings her political plans and the reactions of a people undergoing dramatic religious transformations. The story depicts the conflicts between Protestantism and Catholicism as well as the ruthless tactics used to crush the former and reinstall the latter.