Known as 'Gloriana'-the Glorious Queen-the reign of Elizabeth is noted for its flourishing of arts, subdued religious wars and a general atmosphere of contentment. Read of Elizabeth's dangerous ascent to the throne of England, her triumphs and challenges ruling as Queen, what life was like in Elizabethan times, her refusal to marry and more. Portraits, artifacts, historical paintings, artifacts, maps, and photos of famous locations bring a rich, visual dynamic to each chapter. 64 pages with glossary and index; a timeline runs across the bottom of the pages.