The Burning Time: Henry VIII, Bloody Mary, and the Protestant Martyrs of London

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The book explores the contrasting history of Smithfield, highlighting its transformation from a vibrant hub of medieval festivities and tournaments to a grim site of public executions during Tudor England. Once known for its lively St Bartholomew's Day celebrations and bustling meat market, Smithfield's darker legacy as a place for the execution of heretics reveals the complexities of its past and the societal changes over time.