James I of England

“I have no desire to make windows into men’s souls” – the famous words Elizabeth I told her subjects when she came to the throne in 1558. She was referring to the religious reforms and that she had no desire to interpret either Protestantism or Catholicism so closely to cause tensions or rebellions, like so many that had occurred during the reigns of her predecessors. Despite this, some would disagree and say it was the tough social, political or economic climate at the time that led to these…

write because they are forced to for class or a job. I write to see what type of story I can create. One of my most memorable writings was a story in addition to a thought provoking essay. The experience I had writing that was most memorable to me was my research paper for my 12th grade English class. My research paper was about Queen Mary Tudor, also known as Bloody Mary, and how she influenced her era. I got to choose the topic I wanted to write. I feel that teachers should almost always let…

a quote that she is known for; "He shall not have much trouble, for I have a little neck." She is well known for this quote because it not only showed her personality but her attitude towards the entire situation. On the morning of May 19, 1536, Anne Boleyn was escorted to the Tower Green and made a small speech before her execution, where she stated, "…I am come hither to accuse no man, nor to speak anything of that, whereof I…

which included King of Spain, Sir William Pickering, John Frederic Duke of Saxony’s son, Prince Eric of Sweden, the Earl of Arundel, and the Earl of Arran (Sharnette). The people of England wanted Prince Eric since he was also a protestant. The problem with him was that he was not wealthy and he would not help England financially. Although there was rumors started that she agreed to marry him, but they were just that rumors. Another suitor that had been considered was the Archduke Charles, but…

and how he presents himself, as he says, “Give me a cup of sack to make my eyes look red, that it may be thought I have wept, for I must speak in passion...”, the motif of ‘sack’ being associated with irresponsibility and frivolity as a result of Falstaff’s characterisation. Furthermore, Falstaff continues the meta-play, satirising the King’s way of speech through his role-playing: “I do not speak to thee in drink, but in tears; not in pleasure, but in passion; not in words only, but in woes…

altered Scottish history forever: the unition of Scotland, the rebellion against England, and the…

As a child: (family structure, parents’ occupations, relationship with parents, siblings, friends, abuse) Born into royalty, to the now deceased, Old King Hamlet I of Denmark and Queen Gertrude. Family was structured, with the occasional child care of Nanny Jane. The patient’s parents are busy in royal matters and are the leaders of Denmark. Their responsibilities are extensive. The patient became extremely close with his father at a young age, but never quite developed a relationship with…

William Shakespeare, the infamous English poet, playwright, and even occasional actor of 1564-1616. Throughout his life Shakespeare wrote a total of 37 plays, including Twelfth Night. In the year of 1582, William says I do to Anne Hathaway of Shottery, England. Six months into what is assumed to be marriage bliss, Shakespeare and Hathaway welcome a baby girl to the world. Not much later the couple welcomed twins, Hamnet and Judith. Although Shakespeare's life was not long lived as we would say…

Gender and Elizabeth I Elizabeth I ruled England from 1558-1603 and was the last member of the Tudor family to hold the throne. As a women, she faced an abundance of people with different opinions about a female ruler. Many people, notably religious leaders, believed women were weak and useless, especially without a husband. These ideas greatly influenced Elizabeth's reign by making the public dubious of her, and she reacted by representing herself as a powerful leader. At this time, women…

Biography I am Princess Mary of England, King Henry Vlll’s eldest daughter. I am also the daughter of Queen Catherine. I am nineteen years old, I was born in Placentia, London, United Kingdom, my nationality is English and I am of fairly average height and I have clear blue eyes and strawberry blonde hair, just like my father. My mother Queen Catherine was once married to my father’s brother, but he had died and afterwards my mother married my father, King Henry VIII. The Catholic Church had…