❀ Step into the glittering, dangerous, unforgettable world of Tudor women — queens and courtiers, poets and pirates, heroines and villains — brought to life through vivid storytelling and exquisite line illustrations. ❀ From the silken chambers of Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, and Elizabeth I to the bustling streets walked by merchant wives, alewives, midwives, and servant girls, this book unveils the full spectrum of female experience in one of history’s most dramatic ages. ❀ Meet the scholars who shaped England’s mind.❀ Walk beside the noblewomen who steered political storms.❀ Step into the cottages and marketplaces where everyday Tudor women lived and worked.❀ Discover the heroines and villainesses who lit the Tudor stage aflame. Follow the tragedy of Lady Jane Grey, the defiance of Grace O’Malley, the ambition of Bess of Hardwick, the heartbreak of Catherine Howard, the steadfast courage of Arbella Stewart, and the brilliance of European contemporaries like Catherine de’ Medici, Lucrezia Borgia, and Margaret of Austria. Every chapter is paired with beautifully crafted Tudor-style line drawings — portraits, emblems, roses, borders, and scenes — offering readers not just history, but a creative journey through time. ❀ Inside you’ll find:• Royal and noble women who shaped dynasties• Courtiers and confidantes dancing on the edge of power• Everyday women whose labour sustained Tudor England• Shakespearean heroines and villainesses brought vividly to life• Women drawn into crime, scandal, or accusation• European queens and regents who shaped Tudor politics from afar ❀ Richly written, visually stunning, and endlessly engaging, this illustrated journey reveals the Tudor world as you’ve never seen it — through the eyes, voices, and lives of its women. Perfect for lovers of Tudor history, women’s history, historical fiction, Shakespeare, or anyone enchanted by a beautifully illustrated book that invites both reading and coloring.About the AuthorVic Nemm is a historian and author with a lifelong passion for bringing the past to life. She studied at Oxford University, where she earned two degrees in history, specializing in medieval Europe. Drawing on her academic background and love of storytelling, Vic creates books that make history engaging and accessible for younger readers.When she isn’t researching queens, castles, and kings, Vic enjoys illustrating, teaching, and exploring the ways history can inspire creativity. Her mission is to show children that the past isn’t just dates and battles—it’s full of fascinating people and exciting stories waiting to be discovered.🌍 Illustrated Journeys SeriesStep into the Illustrated Journeys collection — a growing library of beautifully crafted books that bring the worlds of literature, history, mythology, and culture vividly to life.From the wit and romance of Pride and Prejudice to the mythic grandeur of Greek Legends and the intrigue of Tudor Women, every Illustrated Journey is designed for readers who love to learn, explore, and collect.Beautifully designed, accessible to all ages, and perfect for gifting or display, the Illustrated Journeys series offers:Concise, engaging narratives written for curious minds.Rich artwork, timelines, and visual storytelling.Consistent, collectible design with numbered editions.Also available by the author: the companion sub-series Timelines of World History, presenting clear, visual chronologies of major civilizations and world events — from Ancient Egypt to World War II and beyond. Together, these volumes create an ever-expanding library that celebrates the best of human creativity, curiosity, and achievement.