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The Meeting of the Two Queens: Grace O'Malley at the English Court

Title: The Meeting of the Two Queens: Grace O'Malley at the English Court

Essay , 2011 , 2 Pages , Grade: 1,0

Autor:in: Eva Düllmann (Author)

English Language and Literature Studies - Culture and Applied Geography
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July 1593: A woman, dressed as it seems – although it is clearly not as glittering as the gowns around her – in her best gown enters the room where the English queen, Elizabeth I, is waiting for her. From an old weather-beaten face two vivid eyes observe the place: Queen Elizabeth in front of a fireside surrounded by her attendants. The English queen has seen better days as well as the pirate queen, who has just set foot in Greenwich Castle, London. Self confidently, she reaches out her hand to greet the other woman and helps herself to a chair next to the fireside.

Who was this woman who greeted the queen of England as equal among equals? Many an author has tried to find out the true story about the “meeting of the two queens” (Cook 2004, p.143) as some like to call it.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

  • The Meeting of the Two Queens, Grace O’Malley at the English Court
  • Grace O’Malley’s History
  • The Audience
  • Why did Elizabeth I act so generously?
  • The Story and its Importance

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This text examines the historical meeting between Grace O’Malley, an Irish chieftain and pirate queen, and Queen Elizabeth I of England in July 1593. The text explores the historical context, the motivations of both parties, and the lasting significance of this encounter.

  • The role of women in power during a patriarchal era
  • Anglo-Irish relations in the late 16th century
  • The complexities of historical narratives and the use of sources
  • The potential for cooperation and understanding between opposing forces
  • The enduring legacy of Grace O’Malley as a symbol of Irish resistance and resilience

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

  • The text introduces the meeting between Queen Elizabeth I and Grace O’Malley, highlighting the historical context and the personalities of both figures. It also explores the common misconception of Grace O’Malley’s disrespectful behavior towards the Queen.
  • This section provides a detailed account of Grace O’Malley’s life, her position as a chieftain, her involvement in piracy, and the conflicts she faced with the English authorities.
  • The chapter focuses on the historical account of the meeting, exploring available records and conflicting narratives. The text examines the motivations behind the meeting and the potential consequences for both Grace and Elizabeth.
  • This section delves into possible explanations for Elizabeth I’s generosity towards Grace O’Malley, considering the personal connection between the two women and the political motivations involved.
  • The final section discusses the significance of the meeting as a historical event, examining its impact on Anglo-Irish relations and the role of women in shaping history.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The text focuses on the themes of Anglo-Irish relations, female leadership, historical interpretation, and the complexities of historical narratives. Key terms include Grace O’Malley, Queen Elizabeth I, pirate queen, chieftain, Irish resistance, Anglo-Irish relations, and historical sources.

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Title
The Meeting of the Two Queens: Grace O'Malley at the English Court
College
University of Wuppertal
Grade
1,0
Author
Eva Düllmann (Author)
Publication Year
2011
Pages
2
Catalog Number
V172837
ISBN (eBook)
9783640928729
Language
English
Tags
Grace O'Malley Ireland Irland women Frauen Queen Elizabeth I
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Eva Düllmann (Author), 2011, The Meeting of the Two Queens: Grace O'Malley at the English Court, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/172837
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