Book Review: Early English Queens, 650–850: Speculum Reginae by Stefany Wragg

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English Queens from the years 650-850 have been largely confined to the sidelines of history.

There were not only various kingdoms in what we now know as England, but written sources were also in short supply. Early English Queens, 650–850: Speculum Reginae by Stefany Wragg tries to piece together the lives of the almost 30 women who were Queen during this time.

While very interesting and well-written, there is often so little information available that it becomes frustrating. Nevertheless, their roles are thoroughly analysed and examined. Despite being aimed at a more scholarly audience, it is quite readable if you’re not a scholar.

Early English Queens, 650–850: Speculum Reginae by Stefany Wragg is available now in the UK and the US.