From her early life of luxury at the French court to her dramatic rule of her Scottish homeland; from a life of gaiety and popularity to years of banishment and execution – this book tells the story of Mary, Queen of Scots, one of Scotland’s most famous historical figures. Find out:

• why the reign of this beautiful and romantic Queen ended so tragically
• why intrigue, mystery and murder surrounded Mary all her life
• what the events were that led to her final downfall and disgrace
• what sort of interests and pastimes Mary enjoyed
• what links Mary had with Scotland’s royal castles and palaces

Mary Queen of Scots includes an 8 page pull-out black and white section with games, puzzles and drawings for colouring in – can be used at home or photocopied by teachers for classroom use. Full colour illustration throughout using objects from the collections of National Museums Scotland

Mary Queen of Scots is part of the new-look Scotties which are a series of exciting, full-colour information books containing a wealth of interesting facts, illustrations and photographs, stimulating activities, places of interest, and selected websites