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Synopsis
Explores the rise and fall of the Boyd family of Kilmarnock, and shows how, irrespective of their individual desires, the lives of royal young women were all to frequently used to forward national or political alliances - the negotiating of handing over territory from Denmark to Scotland.
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Review
He has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history (Daily Telegraph)
Nigel Tranter's enjoyment of his own creation is infectious (Allan Massie, The Scotsman)
One of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers (The Times)
An accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels (She magazine)
Tranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting (Historical Novels Review)
Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes (Scotland on Sunday)
He treats history with respect (Financial Times)
Book Description
A riveting tale of romance, treachery and heartbreak, set in 15th century Scotland: the story of Mary Stewart, eldest sister of James III of Scotland and her part in making Orkney and Shetland part of Scotland.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. DJ and boards show light shelf wear. Price-clipped with remainder dot on top page edges, slight yellowing of pages as is common in British publications.; A bright, solid book. Dust jacket in Mylar jacket protector.; 5.5 X 1.25 X 9 inches; 232 pages; " After young James the Third's accession to the Scottish throne, the ambitious Boyd family of Kilmarnock seized power. Although James's sister, Mary, was at first unwilling to marry Thomas Boyd, she eventually learned to love him. When Thomas was sent to the Danish court, Mary discovered a talent for diplomacy. In exchange for Princess Margaret of Denmark marrying her brother, she persuaded the Danes to hand over the islands of Orkney and Shetland to Scottish dominion. But when the Boyd regime was finally toppled, Mary's position became severely compromised.". Seller Inventory # 20854
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