Routledge historical biographies

Explores the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, discussing her French upbringing, coronation, marriages, ill health, challenges, rule, and other related topics, and providing information about the cultural and intellectual climate of the world in which she lived.

Presents a new assessment of the life and times of Mussolini, arguing that although he could be ruthless and opportunistic, he was also driven by his ideology and his desire to make Italy great.

Chronicles the life of Mao Zedong, describing his philosophy, his rise to power, the impact of his twenty-seven years of rule, and his personal life, including his relationships with women.