The Life and Intrigues of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester: A Tudorcon Talk by Christine Hartweg

This is a Tudorcon chat by Christine Hartweg from the All Things Robert Dudley blog at Tudorcon in 2018. Hartweg delves into the complex life and political intrigues surrounding Robert Dudley, the favorite courtier of Queen Elizabeth I, and Earl of Leicester. She addresses Dudley's early years, his relationships with key figures at court, his marriage to Amy Robsart, and the implications of her tragic and mysterious death. Hartweg expertly weaves the strands of historical fact, speculation, and rumors, providing an intricate portrait of Dudley and the Tudor era. The talk also sheds light on the various theories surrounding Amy's untimely death and the political fallout that ensued.

Show notes at https://www.englandcast.com/christine...

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