Examines the rivalry between Elizabeth I and her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots, who believed herself to be the rightful heir to the English throne.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Contents
Lines are drawn -- Elizabeth I -- Mary, Queen of Scots -- The queen's men -- Poor choices -- Act of supremacy -- Mary and Darnley -- Rival next door -- Northern rebellion -- Plotting treason -- Mary's fate -- Golden reign -- Death of a queen -- Aftermath -- Judgment -- Timeline.