Elizabeth's Women

History as it should be written – Alison WeirOverall this is an enthralling picture of female empowerment and woman’s place in this most testosterone fuelled of epochs. It is a thrilling and carefully written book which should grace any history lover’s bookshelves – Roderick Graham * Scotland on Sunday *The idea behind her book is genuinely inspired – John Guy * Sunday Times *A warm and readable account… irresistible stuff – Kathryn Hughes * The Guardian *Innovative, full of rich, too often neglected female characters – Antonia FraserBorman’s compelling study has proved well-worth waiting for – Sarah Gristwood * BBC History Magazine *Tracy Borman deals with this intricate web of relationships and intrigues with great expertise… Even if you have read a dozen books on Elizabeth, this one will surprise you * Daily Mail *

Tracy Borman studied and taught history at the University of Hull and was awarded a PhD in 1997. She went on to a successful career in heritage and has worked for a range of historic properties and national heritage organisations, including the National Archives and English Heritage. She is now Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust and also works part-time for Historic Royal Palaces. Tracy has regularly appeared on television and radio, and has featured in a range of magazine and newspaper articles. She is a regular contributor to history magazines, including articles in BBC History Magazine on the history of beauty and eighteenth-century ‘It’ Girls’. In addition, she also gives public talks and lectures on a wide range of subjects.

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