In this engaging talk, Tony Morgan will discuss the history behind the life and death of Margaret Clitherow, a woman accused of harbouring Catholic priests in Tudor York during the reign of Elizabeth I. Incredibly, her step father was Lord Mayor of York at the time. Margaret's story combines politics, intrigue and ultimately martyrdom.
Views: 254 | Enquiries: 1Tony Morgan is an Associate Professor at the University of Leeds. He is the author of a series of non-fiction history books and historical novels focused on topics such as Tudor York and Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot. His engaging talks bring the history of real people, places and events to life. When Tony delivers a talk to a group, very frequently he is requested to return to speak on another topic. Tony donates his event speaker fees, history books and novel profits to good causes. In recent years, he has raised thousands of pounds for St Leonard's Hospice in York.
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