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The Renaissance in fiction
The Game of Kings (Legendary Lymond Chronicles)The Game of Kings (Legendary Lymond Chronicles) by Dorothy Dunnett
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The first of a huge 6 book series that encompasses the Renaissance world like no other.
Daughters of the Doge (Richard Stocker)Daughters of the Doge (Richard Stocker) by Edward Charles
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Follows an Englishman on his maturation in Venice.
The Other Boleyn GirlThe Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory
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Surprisingly good, especially on the claustrophobia of the court. But I hated the sequels...
The Rossetti LetterThe Rossetti Letter by Christi Phillips
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Sometimes clumsily plotted and a tendency to cliche but still an evocative read set in Renaissance Venice.
Book of LoveBook of Love by Sarah Bower
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An embarrassing title but a great read with Cesare Borgia as a cold and fascinating hero at its heart.
Elizabeth [DVD] [1998]Elizabeth [DVD] [1998]
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Historically rubbish, but a compelling and beautiful film. Ignore the sequel...
Shakespeare In Love Dvd [1999]Shakespeare In Love Dvd [1999]
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Wonderful film, witty, romantic, tragic - as full of life as the bard himself.
Dangerous Beauty [DVD] [1998]Dangerous Beauty [DVD] [1998]
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Silly, and yet hugely enjoyable - best watched with chocolates and sparkling wine
La Reine Margot [DVD] [1995]La Reine Margot [DVD] [1995]
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Stunning film based on the less stunning Dumas novel.