Woman of Influence

This extraordinary true story transports us to Tudor and Stuart England as Alice Spencer, the daughter of an upstart sheep farmer, becomes one of the most powerful women in the country and establishes a powerful dynasty that endures to this day. Perfect for fans of The Duchess Countess and Georgiana.
 

Reviews

“Historian Vanessa Wilkie introduces readers to Princess Diana’s forbear, the remarkable Alice Spencer, and uses her storytelling skills to bring litigious, savvy Alice to life. In a dangerous, patriarchal world that was, at best, indifferent to women, and often openly hostile to them, Alice brilliantly wielded the power of her station and her sex. Highly recommended to any history lover who appreciates fine scholarship delivered with engaging style.” —Deborah Harkness, historian and author of the All Souls series