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Shortlisted for the Saltire Society Scottish History Book of the Year Award
James VI and I was arguably the most successful ruler of the Stewart Dynasty in Scotland, and the first king of a united Great Britain. His ableness as a monarch, it has been argued, stemmed largely from hisā¦
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1 author picked The Early Life of James VI as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Steven J. Reidās comprehensive study of Jamesās youth and rise to real power is as well-researched as it is readable. Most people are only familiar with the older James when he was king of Englandāthe tired stereotype of the doddering, prematurely-aged old king.
But his early life and reign in Scotland were fraught with drama and high politicsāall of which helped make James James.
From Steven's list on bring King James and his court to life.
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