Queen Elizabeth — Jacob Abbott

One of the shrewdest and most intelligent rulers the English monarchy has ever known, Queen Elizabeth is an entertaining biography of an unyielding and forceful ruler during one of the England's most critical periods. Illustrated throughout to enhance the reading experience. Contents include: Elizabeth's Mother. The Childhood of a Princess. Lady Jane Grey. The Spanish Match. Elizabeth in the Tower. Accession to the Throne The War in Scotland. Elizabeth's Lovers. Personal Character. The Invincible Armada. The Earl of Essex. The Conclusion.