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The Cecils: The Dynasty and Legacy of Lord Burghley Hardcover – 6 April 2023

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The Cecils: The Dynasty and Legacy of Lord Burghley looks at the lives of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Elizabeth I's Chief Minister and Secretary of State and that of his son, Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury. Lord Burghley served three Tudor Monarchs in an unparalleled rise to power during the reign of Elizabeth I and his political influence on state matters, his remarkable close bond to the queen, and the self-sacrifice in his service to the state and crown, are closely examined in this unprecedented work. The life and career of William's youngest son Robert, Earl of Salisbury, who also became Elizabeth's Chief Minister as heir to his father's political mantle, will also be discussed. Robert served his queen equally to, if not more ruthlessly than his father. His powerful position remained intact during the transition of the crown from the House of Tudor to the House of Stuart upon Elizabeth's death in 1603. Robert's loyalties and his relationship with his father remain a topic of discussion and debate. This book will also explore the transition of power from one Cecil to another, and how both men created a powerful dynasty and legacy that continues to fascinate readers today. The book is based on a close examination of William and Robert Cecil's correspondence, personal papers, state papers, legal documents, and memoranda. By closely examining these sources, the author has gained a clearer insight into the lives and careers of the Cecil's, the true powerhouse behind the throne.

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David Lee is an Irish historian who specialises in women’s history, paying particular attention to women in power from the fifteenth to the nineteenth centuries. He also has an interest in the history of courtship and marriage. David is the author of The Queen’s Frog Prince: The Courtship of Elizabeth I and the Duke of Anjou and has written for Tudor Life Magazine. He lives in Kildare with his husband, Victor.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen & Sword History (6 April 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1399083775
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1399083775
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.88 x 3.18 x 22.86 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 182,756 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 106 in Stuart Britain History
- 150 in British Historical Biographies 1501-1700
- 204 in Historical Biographies 1501-1700

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Kirsty

How intelligent men had to be to survive their royal masters

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 April 2023

William Cecil, Lord Burghley was Queen Elizabeth I's Chief Minister and Secretary of State. Monumentally influential, he was pivotal to the reigns of three (arguably four) Tudor monarchs. Cecil blossomed into his career during the reign of King Edward VI, he survived the downfall of Lady Jane Grey while promoting his usefulness during the reign of Queen Mary I and finally presenting himself as indispensable during the Golden Age of Elizabeth I.

While there was Lord Burghley, there was also Robert Cecil, Earl Salisbury. The youngest son of William Cecil, he was notably devoted to serving his royal masters. Ruthless and bold, he chiseled a strong position at court, also becoming Chief Minister to Elizabeth I and remarkably, retaining this position during the transition of power from Tudor to Stuart dynasty as King James VI and I assumed the throne of England following the death of Elizabeth.

These men were incredibly important to shaping the reigns of the later Tudor monarchs and David Lee has managed to tackle these powerhouses of history with grace and respect.

Magnificently researched with a clear and direct narrative, Lee weaves the reader through the complexities of this fascinating period of history, exploring the clashes of religion, inner court politics and personal struggles for one at the very centre of the royal circle.

Unbiased and accessible, the author examines his subjects through a balanced lens, considering them within their historical context.

A unique perspective of those closest to the monarch during the Tudor and Stuart Eras, this is a thrilling and wonderful insight into the construct of court life, power, politics and how intelligent men such as the Cecils had to be in order to survive the fickle nature of their royal masters.

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P Swithinbank

Tudor history

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 April 2023

I am very interested in the Cecil family - both because of having studied the Tudor period in depth and because I used to live in Stamford, Lincs, and visited Burghley House many times.

So I began to read David Lee's biography of the Tudor Cecils with great anticipation.
And began again. Left it, picked it up again ... several times. Because frankly I was disappointed. Each time I restarted, either from the beginning or from where I had previously left off, I was hopeful that my previous assessment was incorrect. That this time I would be able to read it and enjoy and appreciate it. Alas, it was not to be and I have at last given up. There were just too many grammatical errors, too many badly phrased sentences, too many repetitions of words, ideas, the opinions of others, or of conclusions.

I've not been able to finish the book, sadly, and so my review is not of the entire book. Maybe it is yet to have a final proof read or editorial work, and I hope that may be the case, as the Cecils are a fascinating family, working in interesting times during the Tudor dynasty and especially during the first Elizabethan age, and this should be an interesting book. William Cecil, followed by his son Robert, served as important political ministers, and established a powerful dynasty. David Lee has studied original papers, letters and documents - those of State and those of the family. These are quoted and used to illumine the lives of these men and their family, and hopefully I may at some stage pick up the book and restart - again!

I am grateful to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read the book.

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