Elizabeth I: Fictions and Realities Judith Richards strips away the veils of illusion covering the last Tudor monarch. Judith Richards | Published in History Review Issue 72 March 2012 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. Elizabeth I Popular articles VE Day: The Quiet After the Peace The Hidden Death in the Victorian Wallpaper