Did any Kings love their queens?

Most marriages were a case of gradual respect, affection, and if they were lucky, of love itself. I believe Richard II, George of Clarence and Henry VII loved their wives, and once those ladies had gone, the inner demons took over.

Who was the most loyal king?

The sobriquet Most Faithful King (Latin: Rex Fidelissimus, Portuguese: Rei Fidelíssimo) was a title awarded by the Pope Benedict XIV – as spiritual head of the Catholic Church – in 1748, to the King John V of Portugal and to his heirs.

What did medieval queens do all day?

The medieval queen could spend her leisure time sewing or reading as well. She could also spend time in the garden alone or with other ladies.

Why did so many kings have mistresses?

The purpose of royal mistresses emerged due to the fact that a king’s marriage was for political purposes only. However, many kings defied this expectation by marrying their mistresses. Usually, this was done as a morganatic marriage, which meant that the woman couldn’t acquire the title of Queen Consort.

How many ‘gay’ kings and queens have there been in England?

England’s ‘gay’ kings and queens defied society – during perhaps the most homophobic era of human history – to have same-sex lovers. Of 41 monarchs since William The Conqueror, we’ve identified seven who were likely lesbian, gay or bisexual. That’s an incredible 17\%.

Is kings queens queens and in-betweens a good read?

Kings, Queens, and In-Betweens is a fun read, and some of the characters are so tremendously vivid that they capture your heart.

What is kings queens and in-betweens by Tanya Boteju about?

Tanya Boteju’s debut novel, Kings, Queens, and In-Betweens is an unabashedly charming book about finding yourself and being true to who you are. It’s a book with humor, sensitivity, and so much heart, and it definitely left me with a smile on my face.

Was there ever a gay King?

Edward II was eventually murdered in Berkley Castle. A rumor circulated that his executioner inserted a red hot poker into his anus, again to punish his homosexuality. Historians now dispute that but it has become the most famous legend about a gay king. Richard II depicted in the BBC’s The Hollow Crown.