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Katherine Eggert explores the crumbling state of humanistic learning in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and the benefits of relying on alchemy despite its recognized flaws.

Focusing on the political dynamics of queenship, the book explores how Spenser, Shakespeare, and Milton utilized the theme of female power in their works. It examines how these authors navigated the complexities of royal authority and gender, transforming the challenges of queenship into a compelling narrative device. Through their literature, they not only addressed the societal perceptions of women in power but also redefined the role of queens within the political landscape of their time.