Anne of Bohemia Geaman Kristen L.
Anne of Bohemia Geaman Kristen L. This volume examines the life of Anne of Bohemia, the first queen of Richard II (1377-1399), and situates her within the context of medieval queenship by arguing…
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Anne of Bohemia Geaman Kristen L.
This volume examines the life of Anne of Bohemia, the first queen of Richard II (1377-1399), and situates her within the context of medieval queenship by arguing that Anne ably fulfilled the political role of the queen consort through her intercession, patronage, and piety.Much previous scholarship on Anne has focused on her relationship with famous poets, such as Geoffrey Chaucer, but from analyzing government documents it becomes clear that Anne used her wealth and status to enact power. The examination of sources such as a letter from Anne to her half brother, and an apothecary bill that contains some fertility medicines suggests that the queen both desired and tried to have children. Through financial, religious, and cultural patronage, Anne rewarded supporters and servants and influenced court life.
As such, the volume questions the public imagination of Anne and shows