Good Queen Bess (book)
Good Queen Bess: The Story of Elizabeth I of England is a 1990 children's biography by Diane Stanley and Peter Vennema. It describes the life and times during her reign from 1558 to 1603. ReceptionBooklist wrote "This biography of Queen Elizabeth I does an excellent job of describing the context of her life so that reasons for many of her actions become clear. The resulting depth is a pleasant surprise and will give the book a wide audience."[1] while the School Library Journal wrote "Although the format suggests a picture-book audience, this biography needs to be introduced to older readers who have the background to appreciate and understand this woman who dominated and named an age.."[1] Kirkus Reviews called Good Queen Bess "An admirably clear, attractive summary."[2] Publishers Weekly wrote "The authors .. vivify another colorful character"[3] Awards and nominations
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