Mary, Queen of Scots: the captive years

The life of Mary, Queen of Scots has long fascinated historians and history-lovers alike. This week, Jackie sits down with studio guest Rosemary Goring to discuss the 19-year period of Mary’s life spent in captivity.

Together, they discuss the circumstances surrounding Mary’s imprisonment, the political reasons behind her enduring captivity, and the tragedy of this nearly two-decade-long period.

Rosemary Goring is the author of several books, including Exile: The Captive Years of Mary, Queen of Scots.

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